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.
Every Breath You Take
Copeland Lyrics
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And every move you make
Every bond you break,
Every step you take
I'll be watching you
Every single day
And every word you say
Every night you stay
I'll be watching you
Oh, can't you see
You belong to me?
My poor heart aches
With every step you take
Every move you make
Every vow you break
Every smile you fake,
Every claim you stake
I'll be watching you
Since you've gone I've been lost without a trace
I dream at night, I can only see your face
I look around, but it's you I can't replace
I feel so cold, and I long for your embrace
I keep crying baby, baby please
Oh, can't you see
You belong to me?
How my poor heart aches
With every step you take
Every move you make
Every vow you break
Every smile you fake,
Every claim you stake
I'll be watching you
Every move you make,
Every step you take
I'll be watching you
Every move you make,
Every step you take
I'll be watching you
Every breath you take
Every move you make
Every bone you break
Every step you take
Every single day
Every word you say
Every game you play
Every night you stay
Every move you make
Every heart you break
Every smile you fake
Every thing you stake
Every breath you take
Every move you make
Every bond you break
Every step you take
The song "Every Breath You Take" by Copeland is a classic rock ballad that speaks to the power of obsession and the lengths that love can drive a person to. The lyrics are haunting and convey a sense of desperation and longing as the singer confesses that they will be watching their love interest's every move. The opening lines of the song set the tone for the rest of the lyrics, as the singer promises to track every breath, move, bond, and step their love interest takes.
Throughout the song, the singer reveals that they are fixated on their love interest and unable to let go, even though the relationship has ended. The lyrics are filled with images of the singer watching their love interest, from the games they play to the smiles they fake, and staking a claim on their every action. The chorus repeats the refrain "Every move you make, every step you take, I'll be watching you" creating a sense of foreboding that builds as the song progresses.
The bridge of the song reveals that the singer is lost without their love interest and has been dreaming of them every night. The chorus is repeated again, but this time with increased intensity as the singer pleads with their love interest to see that they belong together. The song ends with the same haunting repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the singer's fixation and their inability to let go.
Overall, "Every Breath You Take" is a poignant and emotional song that explores themes of obsession and the power of love to drive a person to madness. The lyrics create a sense of unease and tension that builds throughout the song, making it a classic rock ballad that still resonates with audiences today.
Line by Line Meaning
Every breath you take
I am constantly monitoring your every move and breath.
And every move you make
No matter what you do or where you go, I will always be observing you.
Every bond you break,
I notice when you break promises or end relationships.
Every step you take
I am attentive to even the slightest movements you make.
I'll be watching you
I am keeping an eye on you at all times.
Every single day
My surveillance of you never ceases, even on a daily basis.
And every word you say
I am listening to every sentence that leaves your mouth.
Every game you play,
I am aware of even the most obscure details of your life.
Every night you stay
My watching you lasts through the night and into the morning hours.
Oh, can't you see
Don't you understand this fact about our dynamic?
You belong to me?
I view you as my possession and not an individual with autonomy.
My poor heart aches
I feel emotional pain due to your actions, real or imagined.
With every step you take
Your behavior causes me great distress.
Every vow you break
I notice and take issue with any promise that you break.
Every smile you fake,
Even your insincere expressions do not escape my notice.
Every claim you stake
I am aware of any assertion you make, and judge it carefully.
Since you've gone I've been lost without a trace
Your absence has been impossible for me to bear, and I am unable to locate you or find solace.
I dream at night, I can only see your face
You fill my thoughts and dreams every night, whether awake or asleep.
I look around, but it's you I can't replace
I seek solutions and substitutes, but nothing can take your place in my life.
I feel so cold, and I long for your embrace
Your touch and affection are missing from my life, and I yearn for them.
I keep crying baby, baby please
My emotional pain is so great that I plead with you, even though you cannot hear me.
Every heart you break
I notice and feel the effects of your actions on other people's lives.
Every thing you stake
I am mindful of what you risk or invest in various endeavors.
Every bond you break
Any relationship, commitment, or promise you end does not go unnoticed.
Every breath you take
Your every inhale and exhale is being watched by me, obsessively.
Every move you make
No matter how big or small, every action you take is under my scrutiny.
Every step you take
Your every step is being watched by me, as I long for your attention.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Gordon Sumner
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