It was written by Terry Bozzio, with production by Ken Scott at Chateau Recorders, in Los Angeles, California.

[2] A live version of the song (recorded in 1981) was released as a CD bonus track on Missing Persons' 1984 album, Rhyme & Reason.

[3] The song peaked at number 70 on the US Billboard Hot 100 in March 1983, spending six weeks on the chart.

[4] It is still recalled occasionally today for its comical portrayal of Hollywood culture and its wry observations on getting around in Los Angeles (“Nobody walks in L.A.!”).

[5][6] Songwriter Terry Bozzio has said that he was inspired to write the song by comedians making jokes about driving everywhere in the city.