Which band recorded the opening theme commonly associated with House M.D.?

Massive Attack recorded “Teardrop,” the opening theme commonly associated with House M.D.

“Teardrop” was released by the English trip-hop group Massive Attack on their 1998 album Mezzanine. The song became strongly linked with the series because it accompanied the opening title sequence in many broadcasts. Its distinctive rhythm and atmospheric sound helped establish the program’s moody identity.

The United States broadcast used an edited version of “Teardrop” during the opening credits. International versions and later episodes sometimes used different music, shortened arrangements, or alternate title sequences because of licensing and broadcast changes. For that reason, viewers may remember a different opening track depending on where and when they watched the show.

The song is sometimes incorrectly attributed to Radiohead or Portishead because all three acts are associated with alternative and atmospheric music. The correct recording artist for “Teardrop” is Massive Attack, with vocals by Elizabeth Fraser.