BANKS unveils her striking reinterpretation of “Teardrop,” bringing Massive Attack’s timeless composition into her own atmospheric universe. Produced with longtime collaborator Rod Castro, the track leans into hushed tension, textured electronics, and a vocal performance that feels intimate and fearless. Rather than chasing spectacle, BANKS lets restraint and emotion lead, allowing each note to linger and pull the listener deeper. It’s a beautiful, absorbing take that feels natural and fully realized.
Originally released by Massive Attack, “Teardrop” has long carried a quiet gravity, and this version treats that legacy with care while opening new emotional space. BANKS’ interpretation feels personal and intentional, shaped by reverence and instinct rather than reinvention for its own sake. The result is hypnotic and affecting, a reminder of how powerful a song can be when it’s allowed to breathe and transform through another artist’s lens.