"Blame It on My Youth" originated from a drum pattern that drummer Travis Barker created that the band and their songwriters took and developed further.

[1] The song was produced and co-written by Tim Pagnotta, best known for his work with the Strumbellas, Neon Trees, and Plain White T's.

[6] Jim Moster and Jacob Neisewander of The Observer noted that the band "declares victory over their childhood circumstances amidst a blend of electronic and rock elements" on "Blame It on My Youth".

[11] The song was added by over 60 radio stations in its opening week in North America, according to Hits columnist Ted Volk.

[13][14] The band announced the single one day after unveiling their 2019 headlining tour with rapper Lil Wayne;[15] it premiered on May 8, 2019 on all streaming platforms, as well as on radio.

"[15] Ali Shutler at NME considered the tune a fearless exploration of a new sound, and reminiscent of "classic Blink.