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.
Pope
Copeland Lyrics
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They'll take us when we're dead, I see them when I dream, I know, I
And though I never belonged on this pebble where I stand
Heaven knows what I, Heaven knows what I am
I
Would you be my love
Until I can prove that this world is not real?
This world is not real
But it's getting dark, I can feel it
Still your body curves, it bends like time
And your soul gleams, like I should steal it
Keep it safe at my side, 'til it's time, it's time
When fear has taken us
And heaven knows what comes
Heaven knows what comes next
I
Would you be my love
Until I can prove that this world is not real?
This world is not real
This world is not real
Hey, hey, are you awake?
You should probably get up and get going
I don't want to be rushed
Would you be my love
Until I can prove that this world is not real? (Be my love)
This world is not real (Be my love)
This world is not real
(I) This world is not real
(I) This world is not real
(I) This world is not real (Not, not, not real)
This world is not real
This world is not real (Not, not, not real)
Did you dream about anything last night?
Did you dream about anything?
We should probably get up and get going soon
What did you dream?
I don't wanna be rushed
Did you dream about anything?
The song Pope by Copeland is a dreamy, melancholic ballad that explores the themes of mortality, nihilism, and love. The opening verse talks about the extra bullets in the shed and the inevitability of death. The singer sees these bullets in his dreams and accepts the harsh reality of life that everything is temporary and futile. He then reflects on his place in the world and questions his existence, feeling like he never belonged on this "pebble where I stand". The refrain uses the phrase "Heaven knows what I am" to express the uncertainty and ambiguity of his identity and purpose.
The chorus presents a request to the listener to be his love and stay with him until he can prove that this world is not real. The singer seems to be looking for comfort and connection in a world that he perceives as fleeting and meaningless. He perceives his lover's body and soul as sources of beauty and light that he wants to hold onto until "fear has taken us". The sense of impending doom is palpable as the singer realizes that death is certain and unknown.
The song ends with a conversation between the singer and his lover that is both mundane and profound. They talk about their dreams, which can be interpreted as both literal and metaphorical. The question of what happens after death is still unresolved, and the uncertainty lingers. Overall, Pope is a poetic and introspective piece of music that captures the human condition in a delicate and poignant way.
Line by Line Meaning
There's extra bullets in the shed, next to the gasoline
In my world, there is always danger lurking around the corner, and I keep extra bullets in the shed next to gasoline for dire times.
They'll take us when we're dead, I see them when I dream, I know, I
Even in my dreams, I am haunted by my fears and the knowledge that death will inevitably come for us all.
And though I never belonged on this pebble where I stand
I have always felt like an outsider in this world, as if I do not belong among the rest of humanity.
Heaven knows what I, Heaven knows what I am
Even I do not fully understand who or what I am, and only a higher power truly knows my place in this world.
Would you be my love / Until I can prove that this world is not real?
Can you be the one to help me navigate the uncertainties of this world until I can find proof that it is not what it seems?
But it's getting dark, I can feel it
The darkness is closing in around me, and I cannot ignore the looming sense of fear and uncertainty that comes with it.
Still your body curves, it bends like time / And your soul gleams, like I should steal it / Keep it safe at my side, 'til it's time, it's time
Despite the darkness, your beauty and light shine through like a beacon, and I am compelled to keep it close to me and protect it until we reach our final destination.
When fear has taken us / And heaven knows what comes / Heaven knows what comes next
In those final moments of fear and uncertainty, only the divine can truly know what happens next.
Hey, hey, are you awake? / You should probably get up and get going / I don't want to be rushed
Even as we face the unknown, we must keep moving forward, but we should do so at our own pace and without unnecessary haste.
(I) This world is not real / This world is not real / This world is not real (Not, not, not real) / This world is not real
No matter how terrifying or unfamiliar this world may seem, it is not the true reality, and we should always remember that there is something greater beyond it.
Did you dream about anything last night? / Did you dream about anything? / We should probably get up and get going soon / What did you dream? / I don't wanna be rushed / Did you dream about anything?
Even in the midst of our journey, we should never lose touch with our inner selves and the dreamers that reside within us.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Aaron Marsh, Bryan Laurenson, Stephen Laurenson
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Ninja
It bothers me that Copeland is not the most famous band in the world.
I love Aaron Marsh so much.
Joel Heslop
I get so pumped when you mention Copeland on Stream. You also mentioned an EDM crossover with vocals from Aaron Marsh: I'M IN FOR THAT.
Jared Marshall
Aaron Marsh needs to collaborate with Randy Marsh. Would take some real tegrity to get done but by golly it would be good.
Kim-Viet Le
Ninja I’ve been a Copeland fan since “Beneath the Medicine Tree.” And to know that you love Copeland and Aaron Marsh means a lot.
Robert Nolan
@Jared Marshall Marsh on Marsh. Marshland. M&M.
David Angioletti
Ninja, MY THOUGHTS E X A C T L Y!!! 😱
jevinday
Yessss. They're still killing it 10 years after You Are My Sunshine (the quintessential, perfect Copeland album in my opinion). I have been in love with Aaron Marsh's flawless production skills since I was 15 (I'm 27 now). Good stuff!!!
MaximusR
Same here, man! I’m 29 now and have been listening to them since I was 16. This song is just incredible.
social coder
Just saw them in Orlando tonight. Long time fan since the first album but never heard this song. I feel stupid for not keeping up with them. This song proves they have a higher level grasp of songwriting most artists never achieve. What an underrated band. Makes me wanna cry.
Loom
Copeland is one of those weird bands that I’m obsessed with but I only prefer to hear them live. They bring way more passion and intensity than you could ever hear from their recordings. Please come to Paris!!