1) are an American indie roc… Read Full Bio ↴There are three artists named Copeland;
1) are an American indie rock group, originating in the city of Lakeland, Florida. Originally formed from Ev Angel in 2000 by singer Aaron Marsh (who also plays the guitar, mellotron, organ, and piano) with his friend, bassist and backup singer James Likeness and Thomas Blair on guitar. Guitarists Bryan Laurenson (who took the place of Blair in 2002), and his brother Stephen (joined in late 2007), along with drummer Jon Bucklew (who took the place of Rusty Fuller, who was replaced after appearing on 2003's rookie full-length, Beneath Medicine Tree) give the band an original feel that makes Copeland what they are. In 2002, they signed a record deal with independent label The Militia Group and released their debut album Beneath Medicine Tree a year later. They operate out of Atlanta, Georgia and have a calm, pop-rocky sound. In 2004, 2005, and 2006 they performed at the annual Cornerstone Florida Festival in Orlando, Florida. In Motion, Copeland's second full length CD, was released on March 22, 2005. Eat, Sleep, Repeat, Copeland's third full length album, was released on October 31, 2006. Major label Columbia Records signed the band in late 2006.
Beneath Medicine Tree features a heavy medical theme. Aaron Marsh admits that the lyrics in this album were inspired by the hospitalisation of his girlfriend and the death of his grandmother. The album booklet includes photographs by James Likeness of hospital scenes.
On November 20, 2007 Copeland released Dressed Up & in Line a B-Sides and fourth full length album.
Lead singer Aaron Marsh has lent his voice to other bands such as Underoath, on their album They're Only Chasing Safety, Anberlin on Cities, Lydia on their album Illuminate, and Sleeping With Sirens – Let Love Bleed Red. In 2017, Marsh released a full length album in collaboration with Ivan Ives: "Rabbit In The Snare" by The Lulls in Traffic.
On July 18, 2007 James Likeness made public his decision to no longer be a part of Copeland. He cited pursuing a career as a graphic designer (a field in which he has a college degree) as a chief reason in his decision to leave the band.
Copeland released their new full-length album entitled "You Are My Sunshine" on October 14th, 2008. The release strays a good distance from the more pop themed "Eat, Sleep, Repeat" in that it showcases slower songs laced with falsetto and synth.
On October 29, 2009 the band announced that it was breaking up. They announced a final farewell tour for 2010 and left open the possibility of recording a final album as well.
In March 2014, the band announced its reunion and the imminent release of a new album, entitled Ixora.
2) is a pseudonym of Alina Astrova used on her 2014 album Because I'm Worth It. On earlier releases she used Inga Copeland moniker. She's a member of experimental electronic duo Hype Williams that has released albums and EP's on labels such as Hippos In Tanks, De Stijl and Hyperdub.
3) is a stage name of psychedelic rock musician Jasper West, who began using the name in March of 2022. Jasper was born and lives in the Southeastern United States, and is a multi-instrumentalist who has released self-produced and played material since April of 2023.
1. Have I Always Loved You?
Copeland Lyrics
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Our world is standing still.
They wake up much too much, but see our castle will be
high above their arrows.
Our glasses flowing still,
I'm remembering you standing in the whitest dress I'd known.
Have I always loved you? Have I always known?
Have I always loved you alone?
that keeps us in at night,
the cold rain on the leaves.
The wind is much too much, but you and I are safe here laughing at the table.
Maybe I should look away,
but I only see you standing
in the whitest dress I'd known.
Have I always loved you? Have I always known?
Have I always loved you alone?
The lyrics of Copeland's song 1. Have I Always Loved You? convey a sense of love, protection, and defiance in the face of obstacles. The first stanza seems to dismiss the naysayers who talk down the dreamers, those who dare to aspire to something higher. Despite their warnings, the singer asserts that their world is standing still, undeterred by the words of those who refuse to embrace a dream. The castle they will build, while it may be subjected to arrows, will rise high above them. The glasses are flowing, and the singer remembers their love in the whitest dress they've known. The refrain echoes with questions, which are asked several times throughout the song: "Have I always loved you? Have I always known? Have I always loved you alone?" This suggests that the singer is not entirely sure of their own feelings, but they are deeply committed to this love, whoever it may be.
The second stanza sets a more intimate scene. The couple is sheltering from a storm, huddled inside, safe and dry. The wind is too much outside, but they are laughing and enjoying each other's company at the table. The thought arises that maybe the singer should look away, but they cannot take their eyes off their love, standing once again in the whitest dress. The refrain repeats, emphasizing the confusion of the singer's emotions, but leaving no doubt about their commitment to their love. The song ends on a soft, gentle note, with the line "Have I always loved you?" spelled out more slowly and deliberately than before, as if searching for an answer.
Line by Line Meaning
Never mind their talking down the dreamers.
Ignore those who discourage dreamers.
Our world is standing still.
Our world seems motionless.
They wake up much too much, but see our castle will be high above their arrows.
They are overly alert, but our castle will be out of their reach.
Our glasses flowing still, I'm remembering you standing in the whitest dress I'd known.
Our drinks are still refreshing, and I'm recalling you in the purest white dress I've seen.
Have I always loved you? Have I always known? Have I always loved you alone?
Have I always had feelings of love for you? Have I always been aware of those feelings? Have those feelings been exclusive to you?
Never mind the storm that keeps us in at night, the cold rain on the leaves.
Ignore the storm that confines us to indoors at night, and the chill caused by the rain on the foliage.
The wind is much too much, but you and I are safe here laughing at the table.
The wind is too strong, but we are protected while sitting at a table, laughing.
Maybe I should look away, but I only see you standing in the whitest dress I'd known.
Perhaps I should avert my gaze, but I can't help but see you wearing the purest white dress I've seen.
Contributed by Henry B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.