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.
It Felt So Real
Copeland Lyrics
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No one else could hear the music
The people disappeared and the music stopped
I was trying to say things but the only thing that would come out was just your name
Over and over, just your name
And then you just smiled at me [?] it felt so real [?]
I don't wanna be rushed
Did you dream about anything last night?
The lyrics to Copeland's song "It Felt So Real" depict a surreal and intimate moment between two individuals amidst a bustling environment. The first few lines convey a scene where the singer and their partner are dancing amidst a crowd of people, but it seems as if they are the only ones aware of each other's presence. The line "no one could see us, no one else could hear the music" implies a sense of isolation and heightened connection between the two.
As the song progresses, it becomes apparent that the surroundings fade away, and the people disappear while the music abruptly stops. This sudden shift in the atmosphere creates a moment of stillness and intensity. The singer tries to communicate verbally, but all that comes out is the repeated utterance of their partner's name. This repetition conveys a deep emotional attachment and the overwhelming impact their presence has on the singer.
The climax of the song is reached when the partner smiles at the singer. The act of smiling represents a form of communication and validation between them. The lyrics leave the interpretation of the smile open-ended, but it is described as feeling incredibly real. This suggests that the connection and intimacy shared in that moment transcend the boundaries of the physical world. The song captures the intensity and depth of an emotionally charged encounter where time seems to freeze, and the outside world becomes inconsequential.
Line by Line Meaning
We were dancing and there were people everywhere, but no one could see us
Amidst the crowded dance floor, we shared an intimate connection, but it remained invisible to everyone else
No one else could hear the music
The melodic tunes could only be deciphered by our hearts, remaining unnoticed by others
The people disappeared and the music stopped
In an instant, all other individuals vanished, and the harmonious melodies abruptly ceased
I was trying to say things, but the only thing that would come out was just your name
Although I attempted to express myself, only your name escaped my lips, repeatedly and solely
Over and over, just your name
Persistently and unceasingly, your name echoed through my thoughts and speech
And then you just smiled at me [?]
At that very moment, an enigmatic smile graced your features, conveying a mysterious multitude of emotions
it felt so real [?]
Such an encounter evoked an overwhelmingly authentic sensation within me, almost blurring the line between reality and imagination
I don't wanna be rushed
I yearn to avoid haste in our connection, desiring a gradual and organic progression
Did you dream about anything last night?
Did any visions or fantasies occupy your slumber, stirring your subconscious mind?
I don't [?]
I am uncertain or unwilling to disclose my own nocturnal musings
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Stephen Laurenson, Bryan Laurenson, Aaron Marsh
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