The Presidents of the United States of America, commonly referred to as sim… Read Full Bio ↴The Presidents of the United States of America, commonly referred to as simply The Presidents or PUSA is a Grammy-nominated American alternative rock band. The band formed in Seattle, USA, in 1993. The three-piece currently comprises vocalist and "basitarist" Chris Ballew, drummer and vocalist Jason Finn and "guitbassist"/vocalist Andrew McKeag. Long time "guitbassist" and vocalist Dave Dederer departed the band in 2004, after 11 years. They have released five studio albums since forming in 1993. Their whimsy electric live performances have maintained loyal fans for some time.

The band released their self-titled first album in March 1995 via PopLlama Records. After they garnered massive acclaim, Columbia Records quickly signed them. The album peaked at number six on the Billboard 200 and has shipped over three million copies. The RIAA has certified it as triple platinum. Songs "Peaches", "Kitty", "Lump", and "Dune Buggy" received major airplay.

Their 1996 follow-up album, "II", did not reach the same acclaim, though it reached the top forty on the Billboard 2000. Single "Mach 5" also garnered some airplay. The band then fell of the radar for many listeners, dropped by their major label. However, their albums of the new millennium, 'Freaked Out and Small' followed by 'Love Everybody' and 'These Are the Good Times People' (released in 2000, 2004, and 2008, respectively), picked up positive critical reviews, such as from the All Music Guide. Although their touring schedule became more sporadic into the 00s and 10s, they continue to perform and satisfy audiences with their off-beat humor and catchy hooks.

Tiny Explosions
The Presidents of the United States of America Lyrics

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Fire up the womantone
And drown the brown sound
Wire up the dynamite
It tore me apart
I had a lovely time
Lovely time
Lovely time

Tiny explosions
Tiny explosions, oh yeah
Tiny explosions
Tiny explosions, oh yeah

Hitch up the missiles and go for a ride
But don't forget to mop up the mess
It blasted me in two I had a wonderful time
A wonderful time
A wonderful time

Tiny explosions
Tiny explosions, oh yeah
Tiny explosions
Tiny explosions, oh yeah
Tiny explosions
Tiny explosions, oh yeah
Tiny explosions
Tiny explosions, oh yeah

Hitch up the missiles and you go for a ride
And don't forget to mop up the mess
It blasted me in two
I had a wonderful time
A wonderful time
A wonderful time
A wonderful time

Tiny explosions
Tiny explosions, oh yeah
Tiny explosions
Tiny explosions, oh yeah
Tiny explosions
Tiny explosions, oh yeah

Tiny explosions
Tiny explosions, oh yeah

Overall Meaning

The song "Tiny Explosions" by The Presidents of the United States of America appears to be abstract and figurative. The lyrics suggest an explosion metaphor that represents the emotional intensity of a relationship or sexual experience. The lyrics imply a theme of passion and nature mixing, where the explosive force of nature, in this case, represents the human desire or love. One can interpret "Fire up the womantone" as a reference to the goddess figure, which in Greek mythology, symbolizes femininity and love, which is suggestive of the sexual dynamic between two individuals. The lyrics further suggest a feeling of being out of control, and the explosions or the relationship is something that tears the singer apart, but they had a lovely and wonderful time nonetheless.

Moreover, the lines, "Hitch up the missiles and go for a ride, but don't forget to mop up the mess," is ambiguous, but it could refer to taking risks in a relationship, but at the same time, remembering to be responsible and accountable. The mess here could represent the emotional baggage that comes after a relationship. The repetition of the phrase "Tiny explosions, oh yeah" in the song's chorus emphasizes the idea of passionate experiences that might not last long but leave a powerful impact.

Line by Line Meaning

Fire up the womantone
Turn up the volume and intensity of the guitar to create a sound that resembles the female voice in a higher pitch

And drown the brown sound
Overpower the low-end bass sound that usually fills the mix with a higher range of sound

Wire up the dynamite
Use wires to connect the explosive device to a source of current and trigger an explosion

It tore me apart
The sound was so overwhelming that it caused a sense of disorientation and confusion

I had a lovely time
Despite the overwhelming sound, the experience was enjoyable and exciting

Tiny explosions
The sensation caused by the music is like small, contained explosions that fill the listener with energy

Hitch up the missiles and go for a ride
Use powerful instruments and equipment to create music that is as explosive and exciting as a missile ride

But don't forget to mop up the mess
After the intense musical experience, clean up the debris and consequences left over from the explosive sound

It blasted me in two I had a wonderful time
The music was so powerful that it created a transformative experience that was both intense and enjoyable

Tiny explosions
The explosive sensation triggered by the music continues and intensifies

A wonderful time
Overall, the fast-paced, explosive musical journey is a thrilling and invigorating experience

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CHRIS BALLEW

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