If You Can't Stand the Heat (song)

If You Can't Stand the Heat (song) is a song by the Swedish pop group ABBA. It was included on their 1976 album Arrival.

The song, written by Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus and produced by Andersson, Ulvaeus, features lead vocals by Agnetha Fältskog. It's a blues-influenced pop track with a prominent piano riff and a driving beat. The lyrics describe a relationship where one partner is consistently provocative and the other finds it difficult to cope with the intensity. The song's title, a common idiom, encapsulates the central theme of needing to either adapt to the pressure or leave the situation.

Despite never being released as a single, "If You Can't Stand the Heat" became a popular album track and was frequently performed during ABBA's concert tours. Live performances often included extended instrumental sections and showcased the group's musical talents. It remains a fan favorite and has been included on numerous ABBA compilation albums. While overshadowed by some of ABBA's larger hits, "If You Can't Stand the Heat" is recognized as a strong example of their diverse musical range and song writing abilities.