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.
Night Figures
Copeland Lyrics
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I feel you
Fading me out
As the calmness around us is whispering
I'm fumbling in the dark
You're emotionless when you look at me
Hiding in your words
Yeah
Night figures all around us
Night figures they surround us
While I kiss you in the dark
I fear they will drown her
But they crown her
The queen of broken hearts
Don't count me out
I feel you
I fade the lights down
I'll still trace every line of your symmetry
Fumbling in the dark
Like a drunk in the street when you look at me
Hiding in your words
You're emotionless just like me
Night figures all around us
Night figures they surround us
While I kiss you in the dark
I fear that they will drown her
But they crown her the queen of broken hearts
Night figures all around us
Night figures they surround us
While I kiss her in the dark
I fear that they will drown her
But they crown her the queen of broken hearts
Night figures they surround us
While I kiss her in the dark
I fear they will drown her
But they crown her the queen of broken hearts
The lyrics of Copeland's song, "Night Figures," depict a sense of vulnerability and emotional disconnect in a relationship. The singer expresses their fear of being disregarded or forgotten by their lover, who seems to be growing distant. The opening lines, "Don't count me out, I feel you fading me out," suggest a growing unease as the calmness around them hints at impending separation.
The theme of darkness and uncertainty continues throughout the song, with the singer feeling lost and fumbling in the dark. This can be interpreted as a metaphor for their emotional state and the lack of connection between them and their partner. The lyrics emphasize the idea of emotional emptiness shared by both parties, as they describe their lover as "emotionless" when they look at them.
The repeated mention of "night figures" creates a haunting atmosphere, symbolizing the external pressures or negative influences that surround their relationship. These figurative entities represent the obstacles and challenges they face, potentially leading to the drowning of their lover's presence or emotions. Despite these difficulties, the lyrics also acknowledge the strength within their partner, referring to them as the "queen of broken hearts."
Overall, "Night Figures" portrays a relationship in turmoil, with the constant fear of losing one another and the struggle to maintain emotional closeness.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't count me out
Do not underestimate or dismiss me
I feel you
I understand your emotions or presence
Fading me out
Ignoring or distancing oneself from me
As the calmness around us is whispering
In the midst of tranquility, there are underlying messages or tension
I'm fumbling in the dark
I'm uncertain or unsure about something
You're emotionless when you look at me
Your gaze towards me lacks any emotional connection
Hiding in your words
Concealing true feelings or intentions in what you say
You're emotionless just like me
You are also devoid of emotion, similar to myself
Night figures all around us
Obscure or mysterious entities encompassing our surroundings
Night figures they surround us
Dark or unknown entities encompassing us
While I kiss you in the dark
Engaging in intimate moments with you despite the uncertainty
I fear they will drown her
I worry that these entities will overwhelm or harm her
But they crown her
Nevertheless, they acknowledge her importance or significance
The queen of broken hearts
She holds the title of someone who has experienced emotional pain and heartbreak
I fade the lights down
I lower the intensity or brightness of the lights
I'll still trace every line of your symmetry
I will continue to carefully observe and appreciate every aspect of your beauty
Like a drunk in the street when you look at me
I feel disoriented or overwhelmed when you gaze at me
Night figures they surround us
Dark or unknown entities continue to envelop us
While I kiss you in the dark
Despite the darkness, I continue to share intimate moments with you
I fear that they will drown her
There is apprehension that these entities will overwhelm or harm her
But they crown her the queen of broken hearts
However, they acknowledge her as someone who has endured emotional pain and heartbreak
While I kiss her in the dark
Throughout the darkness, I continue to share intimate moments with her
I fear they will drown her
I worry that these entities will overwhelm or harm her
But they crown her the queen of broken hearts
Nevertheless, they acknowledge her as someone who has experienced emotional pain and heartbreak
Night figures they surround us
Dark or unknown entities continue to envelop us
While I kiss her in the dark
Despite the darkness, I continue to share intimate moments with her
I fear that they will drown her
There is apprehension that these entities will overwhelm or harm her
But they crown her the queen of broken hearts
However, they acknowledge her as someone who has endured emotional pain and heartbreak
Night figures they surround us
Dark or unknown entities continue to envelop us
While I kiss her in the dark
Despite the darkness, I continue to share intimate moments with her
I fear they will drown her
I worry that these entities will overwhelm or harm her
But they crown her the queen of broken hearts
Nevertheless, they acknowledge her as someone who has experienced emotional pain and heartbreak
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Stephen Laurenson, Bryan Laurenson, Aaron Marsh
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