Hot Stuff (Rolling Stones song)

"Hot Stuff" is a song by the Rolling Stones, released as the lead single from their 1976 album Black and Blue. It is notable for its incorporation of funk and disco influences, a departure from the band's traditional rock and blues sound.

The song features Mick Jagger on lead vocals and electric piano, Keith Richards and Harvey Mandel on guitars, Bill Wyman on bass, and Charlie Watts on drums. In addition, it includes Billy Preston on clavinet, Ollie E. Brown on percussion, and Nicky Hopkins on piano. The prominent use of the clavinet, coupled with the rhythm section's groove, contributes heavily to the song's funky feel.

Lyrically, "Hot Stuff" explores themes of desire and attraction, centered around a woman who the narrator finds irresistible. The lyrics are relatively straightforward, focusing on the narrator's fascination and longing.

The song reached number 49 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, proving a modest commercial success. While not one of the Rolling Stones' biggest hits, "Hot Stuff" remains a popular track among fans due to its distinctive sound and its representation of the band's experimentation with different genres during the mid-1970s. It is considered a highlight of the Black and Blue album. The song's extended instrumental jam sessions during live performances further solidified its place in the band's repertoire.