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.
Not So Tough Found Out
Copeland Lyrics
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Found out, found out
Feels so warm
Some fire, some fire
Not so strong
Lost out, lost out
Twice as sweet
Not so fast
Come back, come back
Steal away a smile, a smile
[Chorus]
Love right now
Lay down, lay down
Not so tough
Found out, found out
Not so tough
Found out, found out
Feels so warm
Some fire, some fire
Not so strong
Lost out, lost out
Twice as sweet
Come 'round, come 'round
Not so fast
Come back, come back
Steal away a smile, a smile
[Chorus]
Hold me, you're here and then you're gone, love
Like a dream, like a sigh
Tell me you're hearing every word now
Like a song, like a song
Not so tough
Found out, found out
Feels so warm
Some fire, some fire
Not so strong
Lost out, lost out
Twice as sweet
Come 'round, come 'round
Not so fast
Come back, come back
Steal away a smile, a smile
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Copeland's song "Not So Tough Found Out" depict the hesitant and cautious emotions of someone who has just fallen in love. The repetition of the phrase "found out" emphasizes the vulnerability that comes with opening up to love and potentially getting hurt. Despite this fear, the singer of the song acknowledges the warmth and sweetness that love brings, symbolized by the metaphor of fire.
Throughout the song, the singer's doubts and fears are mirrored in the unsteady tempo and gentle instrumentation. The chorus serves as a calming refrain, reassuring the singer that it's okay to be vulnerable and let down their guard in the name of love. The last line, "Tell me you're hearing every word now/Like a song, like a song", implies that the singer is seeking validation in the reciprocation of their feelings from their loved one.
Overall, "Not So Tough Found Out" is a vulnerable and introspective exploration of the human experience of falling in love, and the fears and doubts that come along with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Not so tough
I am not as strong as I thought I was
Found out, found out
I have discovered this truth
Feels so warm
Despite my weakness, there is comfort in the situation
Some fire, some fire
There is still some passion left to be experienced
Not so strong
I am still not as strong as I thought I was
Lost out, lost out
I have suffered loss because of my weakness
Twice as sweet
Despite the loss, there is sweetness in the situation
Come 'round, come 'round
I need to return to a better place
Not so fast
I cannot rush the path to recovery
Come back, come back
I must come back to what is good for me
Steal away a smile, a smile
I need to find joy in the little things
Love right now
I must embrace the love I have in this moment
Lay down, lay down
I must rest and find peace
Hold me, you're here and then you're gone, love
Love can be fleeting and unpredictable
Like a dream, like a sigh
Love can be both beautiful and bittersweet
Tell me you're hearing every word now
I need reassurance that I am being heard and understood
Like a song, like a song
Love can be both joyful and melancholic
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Vainglory user, iPod
Every time I listen to this song I get the chills maaaaaan. Andrew Bowser did a great job portraying this song into a video. Tons of Kudos.
makidave
It's 2020. I'm from the future of this decade-old comment section. The song still hits the same emotions and feelings.
0IOCreate
God I love Copeland and Rae Cassidy Klagstad together in music.
robertneville777
Man, talk about a twilight zone ending,! I fickin got the chills at the end. That was crazy! I'm going to miss you guys...
A M
Favourite! Will there be a continuation of this theme?
MoonSuns
Time is only a concept of the mind, sorry to break it to you, but it doesn't really exist.
SwordBreaker925
A M just here to say hello to a decade-old comment (if you’re even still around). Hard to believe its been this long...
T M
Title reads the story of my life
Rosky
@thrsnunlft. Rae Cassidy Klagstad. Yeah, she has the most amazing female vocals.
Sam Neat
@thrsnunlft the girl is Rae Cassidy Klagstad. She is in a few of Copeland's songs from their album "You Are My Sunshine". Including "On the safest ledge" and "The day i lost my voice".