Tears for Fears is a British pop rock band formed in 1981 by Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith in Bath, England. Emerging from the post-punk and new wave scenes, the duo quickly gained international success with their emotionally resonant lyrics, polished production, and innovative use of synthesizers. The band's debut album, "The Hurting," released in 1983, was a critical and commercial success in the UK, featuring hit singles like "Mad World," "Change," and "Pale Shelter." Their follow-up album, "Songs from the Big Chair," released in 1985, propelled them to global stardom. The album included iconic tracks such as "Shout," "Everybody Wants to Rule the World," and "Head Over Heels," and showcased a more ambitious, rock-influenced sound. In 1989, they released "The Seeds of Love," which marked an even more sophisticated and organic musical direction. However, creative differences led to the departure of Curt Smith in the early 1990s. Orzabal continued under the Tears for Fears name, releasing two more albums—"Elemental" in 1993 and "Raoul and the Kings of Spain" in 1995—without Smith's involvement. After years apart, Orzabal and Smith reunited in the early 2000s, releasing the album "Everybody Loves a Happy Ending" in 2004. The reunion was well-received, and the duo began to tour again, reconnecting with longtime fans and gaining a new generation of listeners. Tears for Fears continued to perform and work on new music, culminating in the release of "The Tipping Point" in 2022, their first studio album in nearly two decades. The album explored themes of personal loss, reconciliation, and world events, resonating with both critics and audiences. Widely regarded as one of the most influential bands of the 1980s, Tears for Fears has left a lasting impact on pop and alternative music with their introspective songwriting, innovative sound, and enduring appeal.