 " Touch My Body " was released as the lead single from the album on February 12 , 2008 . The song received generally positive reviews from music critics , who complimented its hook and production , as well as its playful lyrics . " Touch My Body " reached the top position on the Hot 100 in its fourth week , and became Carey 's eighteenth chart topper , selling 286 @,@ 000 digital downloads . The song 's opening week broke several records , making her the solo artist with the most number one singles in United States history , surpassing the record held by Elvis Presley . Additionally , it gave Carey her 79th week atop the Hot 100 , tying her with Presley as the artist with the most weeks at number one in the Billboard chart history . " The song also sold the highest amount of digital records in one week , surpassing Rihanna 's " Umbrella " ( 2007 ) , which sold 277 @,@ 000 units . Internationally , the song achieved strong chart success , peaking within the top five on the charts in Italy , Japan , New Zealand , Switzerland and the United Kingdom . The song 's music video was directed by film @-@ maker Brett Ratner , who had previously worked with the singer on five other music videos . It follows around a story revolving around a computer employees fantasy as he visits Carey 's home . As he fixes her computer , he enters a fantasy in which the pair perform several activities together , including a pillow fight , playing laser tag , Guitar Hero and slot cars , and throw a frisbee , all while showing off Carey 's figure in several revealing outfits . 
