Hot Stuff Guitar Chords - Donna Summer

About Hot Stuff

“Hot Stuff” by Donna Summer is a disco-rock crossover classic from 1979, blending a funky rock guitar riff with the driving energy of disco. Built around a Gm–F vamp, the song features a memorable keyboard riff and a punchy chord progression that makes it exciting to play on guitar. The Gm–F–C–D–A# chord set gives the song its minor-key swagger. This free chord sheet includes the full intro riff, verse, chorus structure and guitar solo section.

Guitar Chords for Hot Stuff

Chords Used

Gm F C D A#

Strumming Pattern

D DU UDU

How to Play Hot Stuff on Guitar

Intro

Gm / F / Gm  — 2 times
With Riff: Gm / F / Gm  — 2 times
KB Riff: G A  A#C D D# FG FG C A# C

Verse

Gm / F / Gm  — 2 times
Gm / C / D / Gm  — 4 times
Gm / A# / C / D  — 4 times

Structure

Intro Riff — Verse — Chorus — Chorus
Guitar Solo: Gm / F
Ending: D# / F

Playing Tips

The Gm–F vamp (alternating every bar) is the backbone of the entire song — get this locked in first with the D DU UDU strum. The keyboard intro riff (G A A#C D D# FG) can be approximated on guitar for a fun solo version. Watch the transition from the verse to Gm/C/D/Gm — the D chord adds a bright major lift against the minor key. For the guitar solo section, the Gm–F vamp continues underneath.

Frequently Asked Questions

What key is Hot Stuff in?

Hot Stuff by Donna Summer is in G Minor, using chords Gm, F, C, D and A#.

Is Hot Stuff easy to play on guitar?

Intermediate level. The chord changes are manageable but the Gm barre chord and maintaining a funky strumming pattern require practice.

What is the guitar riff in Hot Stuff?

The main riff alternates between Gm and F. The keyboard riff (G A A#C D D# FG) can also be adapted for guitar.

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