Back In L.A.
Mr. Blue and The Tight Groove Lyrics

The lyrics of Back in L.A. by Mr. Blue and The Tight Groove seem to be about the memories of two people who had a rendezvous in 1992 in Tokyo and now both living, separately, in Los Angeles and London respectively. They both seem to share the same sense of freedom, and they are forever in search of unique experiences that make life worth living. The nostalgia that the singer expresses hints at the couple's separation and how each is living their separate lives in different parts of the world. The lyrics suggest that they will never have to say goodbye to each other, no matter how far apart they may be.

As the song continues, the singer paints a vivid picture of the past, where they both looked out the window and spoke of rock and roll music. Even though they are far apart in the present moment, the memories they share are fresh in their minds. As the blue sky and memories from the past start to overwhelm him, the singer knows he has to fly high just like Vivian, whom he says flies in the sky since they are no longer together in the present.