Which song was used as the main opening theme for House, M.D.?

“Teardrop” by Massive Attack was used as the main opening theme for House, M.D.

The song comes from Massive Attack’s 1998 album Mezzanine and is built around a prominent harpsichord-like keyboard figure, electronic production, and Elizabeth Fraser’s vocals. Its tense, atmospheric sound matched the program’s focus on difficult diagnoses and psychological pressure.

The opening sequence paired the music with medical imagery, cast credits, and stylized views of the human body. In some broadcasts and international versions, the theme was shortened, replaced, or handled differently because of rights and distribution arrangements.

The song is sometimes confused with other moody alternative tracks associated with television dramas. “Teardrop” is the Massive Attack recording specifically linked with House’s familiar opening presentation, not an original song composed solely for the series.