"Tears" is a poignant jazz ballad co-composed by Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli, first recorded by their ensemble, the Quintette du Hot Club de France, on April 21, 1937. This composition stands out in Reinhardt's repertoire as he notably employs fingerstyle technique instead of his usual plectrum approach, adding a unique tonal quality to the piece. The enduring appeal of "Tears" lies in its emotive melody and the seamless interplay between guitar and violin, encapsulating the essence of gypsy jazz.