My Type


"My Type" is a song by American indie pop band Saint Motel. It was released as the lead single from their EP of the same name in January 2014.

Music video

Two music videos were made for "My Type". The first video was released on January 20, 2014 to coincide with the release of the song's 7" vinyl release. Directed by Sam Winkler, it features lead singer A. J. Jackson in a clip filmed at an Italian discoteca with Raffaella Carrà.
The second video was released on June 12 and was directed by Jackson. This version takes place at a 1970s-themed house party attended by the band members and several other characters. As a news helicopter circles overhead, the characters experience sexual tension, eventually creating a wild, orgy-like atmosphere. Jackson described the video as "early '70s cigarette ads and New York street photography." and said "We didn't want it to be a period piece. Obviously, it's not if you watch it. It's not accurate to any time. Hopefully by not being accurate to any time, it serves all time—retrofuturism".

Appearances in media

The song has been featured in two films, Paper Towns and Mr. Right. The song has also appeared on the soundtracks of video games FIFA 15 and Pro Evolution Soccer 2016.
In television, the song has been used as an ident for the German show "Wer weiß denn sowas?", is heard in the 100th episode of The Blacklist, and a sample of the song was used in TV commercials for Uber and for the streaming service Now TV.
It is the theme for British television company Now TV, being used in their adverts.

Track listing

Weekly charts

Year-end charts

Certifications