Clean Bandit - Tears (feat. Louisa Johnson) Today

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 Anthem of Resilience: Why Clean Bandit’s "Tears" Still Hits Different Clean Bandit - Tears (feat. Louisa Johnson)

Fans of Harry Potter might recognize a special guest: a snowy owl that was one of several to play Hedwig in the film franchise. In classic Clean Bandit fashion, the video includes

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. For , it was her first official release

The music video, directed by Jack Patterson, is as intense as the track itself. Eschewing digital special effects, the band used practical elements to convey emotional turmoil.

"I tried hard to make you want me / But we're not supposed to be".

The lyrics navigate the raw transition from haunting grief to self-liberation.