Tiptoe Through the Tulips is a popular song written by Al Dubin and Joe Burke in 1929. It was originally recorded by Nick Lucas and has since been covered by many artists, including Tiny Tim. The song is known for its upbeat melody and lyrics about a young man tiptoeing through a field of tulips. The phrase 'TIPTOE through the tulips' has become a popular idiom, used to describe a situation where someone is being careful or cautious.