The song "In L.A." by Eddy Grant tells the story of the narrator's experiences and desires while in Los Angeles. The lyrics depict the narrator as a hero at the movies, watching a scene of a battle between 1,000 Red Indians. This scene symbolizes the intense and captivating nature of the city. The narrator then mentions a girl who is living in sin, implying that she is involved in a lifestyle deemed sinful by society. He begs her to let his feelings go, indicating his desire for a deeper connection, possibly even love. However, she is more interested in materialistic things, wanting souvenirs to sell to the Indians around her. The song continues with the narrator expressing his weariness of parties and casual relationships. He feels lost and isolated, lacking genuine friendships. He listens to the radio station KJLH, questioning whether the music played there can mend his broken soul. Throughout the song, the narrator expresses his longing for the girl in L.A. He wants her to reciprocate his feelings and desires her love. He believes that in L.A., there are always things to do and no one else loves like she does. The song concludes with the narrator comparing himself to Evel Knievel, a famous daredevil. He states that he needs to find his own path in L.A. to succeed. Despite encountering someone who claims to have a trick, the only person who makes him slow is the girl he desires. He watches her come and go, longing for her presence and love. Overall, "In L.A." portrays the narrator's longing for love and connection in the vibrant and bustling city of Los Angeles. He hopes that the girl he desires can reciprocate his feelings and provide him with the love and companionship he seeks.
