Teardrop - Remastered 2019by Various Artists

Andrew Vowles, the main songwriter of Teardrop, sent an early demo of the song to Madonna, as he initially wanted her to record the vocals for the song. However, bandmates Robert Del Naja and Grantley Marshall wanted Elizabeth Fraser of the Cocteau Twins to record the vocals, feeling her ethereal style suited the feel of the piece. Although Madonna was very keen to record the vocals, the two-to-one vote ruled in Fraser's favor.

Another song featuring Elizabeth Fraser, born on this day in 1963. Aside from her work with the Cocteau Twins, she is best known for her collaborations with Massive Attack, especially her vocal performance and lyrics for “Teardrop.” The song was originally supposed to feature Madonna, who Massive Attack turned down in favor of Fraser.