Almost 40 years after their original collaboration on the gospel song Why Me Lord, veteran singers Ken Boothe and Carlene Davis-Cowan have revisited the 1980s hit, remixing and reimagining it for a wider audience in a format that is not preachy but rich in spiritual power.

The song was recorded in 1988 as part of the album, Jesus is Only a Prayer Away, which was the first gospel reggae album by Carlene Davis, recorded at Kingston’s CRS Recording Studio. Originally released on vinyl LP, the eight-track album was then distributed by VP Records.

Now, 38 years later, vinyl has given way to its availability on all major streaming platforms. Under Glory Music’s management, the video for the track was released on YouTube and features Boothe, Davis-Cowan and singers Adassa Patterson, Latoya Newell and her grandson Noah.