This single features original members Lloyd Knibb and Lester "Ska" Sterling, alongside the newest additions to the legendary band. "Lalibela" was recorded at Don One Studio in Brooklyn, NY, and mixed at Wadada Studio by Aurelien "Natty Frenchy" Metsch (Skatalites guitarist) and Val Douglas (Skatalites bassist). It is one of the last recordings ever made by original drummer Lloyd Knibb. The Skatalites are considered the most influential band to come out of Jamaica.