A notable live-action recording of the group performing the track in Sun City, South Africa.
The "Official Video" associated with this track typically refers to one of several televised performances or promotional clips from the early 1980s: Boney M. - Going Back West (Official Video)
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 A notable live-action recording of the group performing
Part of the album 10,000 Lightyears and released as a single in 1982. Versions & Availability Part of the album 10,000
Watch the official performance of 'Going Back West' as recorded for television: Boney M. - Going Back West (Official Video) BoneyMVEVO YouTube• Aug 11, 2015
is a prominent track by the Euro-disco group Boney M., originally released in 1982 . The song is a cover of the original track by Jamaican reggae artist Jimmy Cliff , who is also credited as the composer and lyricist. 1. Song Overview & Production Producer: Frank Farian.
The track has been released in multiple formats over the years, including:
