Boney M. - Going Back West (official Video) May 2026
: While not as massive as "Rivers of Babylon," the song was a significant international success, notably reaching number one on the South African charts, where it remained for 11 weeks.
Watch the official performance of Boney M.'s energetic cover of Jimmy Cliff's classic: Boney M. - Going Back West (Official Video) BoneyMVEVO YouTube• Aug 10, 2015 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. : While not as massive as "Rivers of
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)