“Teardrop” is the Massive Attack song associated with House, M.D.’s opening titles. The song was released in 1998 on Massive Attack’s album Mezzanine.
Its distinctive harpsichord-like keyboard pattern and Elizabeth Fraser’s vocals became closely linked with the medical drama. The opening sequence used a version of the song during the show’s original presentation, helping establish a recognizable sonic identity for the series.
The song’s connection to House also fits the program’s Sherlock Holmes influence. House is modeled in part on Holmes, and “Teardrop” was written by members of Massive Attack with Fraser contributing vocals and melody. In some broadcasts and later seasons, the opening music was shortened or replaced because of rights and format considerations. That variation can cause viewers to remember an instrumental or altered arrangement rather than the full song title.