Which band performed “Teardrop,” used in House M.D.’s opening sequence?

Massive Attack performed “Teardrop,” the song used in House M.D.’s opening sequence.

“Teardrop” was released by the English trip-hop group Massive Attack in 1998. Elizabeth Fraser of Cocteau Twins provides the song’s vocals, while the track became one of Massive Attack’s best-known recordings. Its atmospheric sound helped establish the series’ distinctive opening mood.

The song was used for the opening credits in the international version and in the original United States broadcast for much of the show’s run. Licensing differences meant that some U.S. broadcasts and releases used alternative music, most notably an instrumental version of the show’s theme. This variation explains why viewers do not always remember hearing the same track.

The band name is sometimes confused with the singer’s name. Fraser performs the vocals, but Massive Attack is the credited performing group. “Teardrop” should also be distinguished from the separate instrumental theme arrangements associated with the program.