« Teardrop » is a song by Massive Attack, which was first released on their 1998 album Mezzanine. It was released as a single on 27 April 1998.  The song features vocals by Elizabeth Fraser of the Cocteau Twins. The song is also known for its use in numerous TV programs and movies, notably as the theme song, on American TV, of the medical television series House. The instrumental portions of the song at the beginning and the end which feature a bass drum beat reminiscent of a heartbeat are used in the opening theme.