The Creepiest Song of All Time Continues to Terrify Listeners Decades Later

Many songs have earned a distinct reputation over the past decades. For example, Starship ’s “ We Built This City ” — although perceived differently by some — has been named the worst rock song of all time by many publications. Aerosmith ’s “ I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing ” is celebrated as one of the greatest love songs, while Queen ’s “ Love of My Life ” is still considered one of the saddest love songs in history. On the other hand, Tiny Tim ’s 1968 novelty hit, “Tiptoe Through the Tulips,” conveys an eerie quality within just a few seconds. While it's easy to understand why its reputation falls into the macabre category, the song itself was not inherently intended to be creepy. However, over the years, it has become a “scary song” for many. So why has a song with romantic