The track tells a story of personal struggle, disillusioned ambition, and a longing for home.
The official music video features a unique lineup and visual style typical of the early '80s Euro-disco scene: Boney M. - Going Back West (Official Video)
: The lyrics follow an aspiring musician who moves "East" (often interpreted as the commercial centers of the music industry) after being promised stardom by a businessman. The track tells a story of personal struggle,
"Going Back West" is a high-energy disco-reggae track by Boney M., originally released in as a single from their compilation album Kalimba de Luna . The song is a cover of the 1971 original by Jamaican reggae legend Jimmy Cliff . Background and Meaning Boney M. - Going Back West (Official Video)