It was released to digital download and streaming services as the lead single from their ninth studio album, Afterburner, on February 21, 2020, by Rise Records.

The song features an uncredited guest appearance from Royal Coda and Eidola guitarist Sergio Medina.

The song was produced by Kris Crummett while Drew Fulk handled vocal production.

Prior to the Artificial Selection Tour, the group held a recording session in January 2019 with producer Kris Crummett at Interlace Audio in Portland, Oregon.

The following day, the band released "Prisoner", accompanied with its music video, and announced their ninth studio album, Afterburner.