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.
May I Have This Dance
Copeland Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
I hope you would say yes may I have this dance look into my eyes I
As I offer you my hand my hand dance forever stretch out my hand to dance
With your inviting warmth providing hand and I stand out facing me embracing me
Into my companion for a dance, dance forever dance forever when we dance
I'll whisper nothing in your ear speak in words you'd never hear
This is my love it will not stop or start and you know
That in your heart you know that in your heart you lift your hands to me
And you dance forever and you dance forever
The lyrics to Copeland's song "May I Have This Dance" convey a sense of longing and vulnerability as the singer seeks to ask someone to dance with them. The opening line, "saw you sitting lonely," sets the scene and hints at the possibility of rejection. Despite this, the singer still hopes the person will say yes and offers their hand to dance.
The chorus, "dance forever," is repeated throughout the song and serves as a form of escapism. The act of dancing becomes a symbol of eternal love and companionship that the singer desires. The lyrics suggest that, while the dance may be temporary, the connection formed through it is not.
The second verse, "I'll whisper nothing in your ear speak in words you'd never hear," speaks to the power of physical touch and intimacy, even without words. The line "this is my love it will not stop or start" suggests a sense of certainty and permanence in the singer's emotions.
Overall, the lyrics of "May I Have This Dance" encourage the listener to embrace vulnerability and take a chance on connection, even in the face of potential rejection.
Line by Line Meaning
May I have this dance saw you sitting lonely
I noticed you were sitting alone, and I'm asking for the opportunity to dance with you.
I hope you would say yes may I have this dance look into my eyes I
I'm hoping you'll agree to dance with me and I'm asking you to look into my eyes as a sign of trust and connection.
As I offer you my hand my hand dance forever stretch out my hand to dance
I'm extending my hand to you as a symbol of unity and I want us to dance together indefinitely.
With your inviting warmth providing hand and I stand out facing me embracing me
Your hand is warm and inviting and I'm standing facing you, embracing you confidently during this dance.
Into my companion for a dance, dance forever dance forever when we dance
You're my accompanying partner for this dance, and I want us to continue dancing together forever.
I'll whisper nothing in your ear speak in words you'd never hear
I'll say nothing but communicate through action and connection, speaking volumes with my silence.
This is my love it will not stop or start and you know
This dance is a representation of my love, it's not ephemeral and won't fade away, and you can feel it too.
That in your heart you know that in your heart you lift your hands to me
You feel this same love and you know it in your heart, which is why you're lifting your hands to mine in response.
You lift you hands to me and hold me so close and you dance forever
You're holding me close as we continue to dance together for what seems like an eternity.
And you dance forever and you dance forever and you dance forever
We're going to keep dancing together indefinitely, forever encapsulated in this moment.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JANIE BRADFORD, NORMAN J. WHITFIELD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind