Discover the story of the song > Tiny Spark – Brendan Benson

The song is about the protagonist's struggles and how he always feels in control. He compares himself to an oyster that can only make a pearl from a grain of sand and wonders what makes a girl. He talks about how he feels naked and can't make it to the door while in school. When his partner breaks his heart, it hurts but also makes a tiny spark. Overall, the song is about the protagonist's feelings and how he tries to cope with them.