Which musician performed the original theme song, “Teardrop,” used by House M.D.?

Massive Attack performed “Teardrop,” the song used as House M.D.'s original opening theme in many broadcasts.

“Teardrop” was released by the English trip-hop group Massive Attack in 1998. Elizabeth Fraser provides the song's vocals, while the track is built around a distinctive harpsichord-like arrangement and electronic production.

House M.D. used the song prominently in its title sequence, helping connect the medical drama with a moody, unconventional identity. However, broadcast versions were not completely uniform: licensing and regional music arrangements meant that some international versions used different music, and the original U.S. pilot used a different song.

The performer is Massive Attack, not Elizabeth Fraser alone. Fraser is the featured vocalist, while Massive Attack is the credited musical act. The track also appears on the group's 1998 album Mezzanine.