Composer

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G. Marshall / A. Vowles / R. Del Naja / Fraser

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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4:02

"Teardrop" is a song composed by the British trip-hop group Massive Attack, featuring vocals by Elizabeth Fraser of the Scottish band Cocteau Twins. The song was released on April 27, 1998, as the second single from their album "Mezzanine." The song is characterized by its haunting melody, atmospheric production, and Fraser's ethereal vocals. It is composed in the key of G minor and features a slow, steady beat with a prominent bassline and guitar riff. The lyrics are introspective and melancholic, with themes of loss and regret. The song's music video, directed by Walter Stern, features a fetus in the womb and was inspired by the work of artist Ron Mueck. The video won several awards, including the MTV Video Music Award for Best Art Direction. "Teardrop" has been widely praised for its innovative production and emotional impact. It has been covered by numerous artists, including José González and Aurora, and has been used in several films and television shows, including "House" and "Grey's Anatomy." The song has been described as a masterpiece of trip-hop and a defining moment in the genre's history. Its success helped to establish Massive Attack as one of the most influential and innovative groups of the 1990s.

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