[1] The song was written by Marcus Mumford, Winston Marshall, Ben Lovett and Ted Dwane.
It also stated that the band got "renewed focus" from receiving the John Steinbeck Award at San Jose State University and that the song touched "on subjects pertinent to Steinbeck’s extended literary works".
The band’s songs "Dust Bowl Dance", "Timshel", and "Rose of Sharon" also reflect on Steinbeck’s works.
[5] The "Blind Leading the Blind (Live from Austin City Limits)" music video[6] was shot at Austin City Limits Music Festival Weekend One on 6 Aug 2019 and released on 25 Oct 2019.
Marcus Mumford said “Working with Nick Davies made the process of making this an absolute privilege.