What song originally played during the opening credits of House M.D.?

“Teardrop” by Massive Attack originally played during the opening credits of House M.D.

The song was released by the English electronic group Massive Attack in 1998. Its distinctive rhythm and Elizabeth Fraser’s vocals became strongly associated with the program’s opening montage of medical imagery and cast credits.

The opening sequence uses visual references to anatomy, diagnostic testing, and hospital practice. The music helped establish the show’s unusual combination of clinical mystery, emotional tension, and stylish presentation.

Licensing and broadcast differences meant that the song was not used identically in every version of the program. In particular, some international broadcasts and later releases used alternative music, so viewers may remember different opening themes.