Clean Bandit - Tears (feat. Louisa Johnson) -

The track marked a pivotal moment for both artists. For , it was her first official release following her X Factor win, proving she had the powerhouse vocals to carry more than just a competition winner's single. For Clean Bandit , it was their first major release since "Stronger," and notably the last single to feature founding violinist Neil Amin-Smith before his departure.

The pre-chorus captures the mental loop of a breakup—haunting, taunting, and shouting names into the dark. Clean Bandit - Tears (feat. Louisa Johnson)

In classic Clean Bandit fashion, the video includes Neil Amin-Smith smashing his violin into a cloud of pink dust. Legacy of the Track The track marked a pivotal moment for both artists

"I tried hard to make you want me / But we're not supposed to be". The pre-chorus captures the mental loop of a

The video features a literal battle of fire and water, representing the internal fire needed to walk away from someone you love.

"Tears" peaked at number five on the UK charts and remains a staple of the band’s live sets. It successfully bridged the gap between pure pop and sophisticated electronic music, utilizing signature "pinched violins" to emphasize the jolts of pain described in the lyrics. Tears (feat. Louisa Johnson) - Acoustic Piano Lyrics - Dork

The iconic chorus—"Tears on the ground, tears on my pillow / You won't bring me down"—serves as a mantra for getting over someone who has become cruel. A Visual Firestorm