The lyrics tell a story of a struggling musician "born and raised in the ghetto" who is misled by a businessman's promises of stardom "back east" before deciding to return "back west" where they can truly be themselves. 3. Versions & Availability
Often recorded for German TV shows like WDR Plattenküche , featuring the group’s signature energetic choreography and colorful costumes. Boney M. - Going Back West (Official Video)
A notable live-action recording of the group performing the track in Sun City, South Africa. The lyrics tell a story of a struggling
Part of the album 10,000 Lightyears and released as a single in 1982. A notable live-action recording of the group performing
The track has been released in multiple formats over the years, including:
The "Official Video" associated with this track typically refers to one of several televised performances or promotional clips from the early 1980s: