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Village People version. The song's title is attributed to the 19th-century quote "Go West, young man" commonly attributed to the American newspaper editor Horace Greeley, a rallying cry for the colonization of the American West, but also an invitation to pursue one's own dreams and individuality.
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Aug 13, 2023 · The title “Go West” is a reference to the popular phrase “Go West, young man” which was originally coined by journalist Horace Greeley in 1865. The phrase became popular during the expansion of the United States westward, and it encouraged young men to move to the frontier in search of a better life.
Songfacts®: The song's title comes from the nineteenth century quote "Go West, young man." The term was originated by John Babsone Lane Soule in 1851 the Terra, Haute, Indiana Express as a rallying cry to head westwards, where gold and much else could be found.
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“Go West” was released in 1979 as the title track of Village People’s album. The song was produced by Jacques Morali and written by Victor Willis, Henri Belolo, and Jacques Morali.
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