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.
Testing the Strong Ones
Copeland Lyrics
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desparate to hear his name on your breath
As he looks down you're not making a sound
Open your eyes and look at me
I'll bring to you whatever you need
I'll tell you I'm sorry that I can't take this pain away from you
I'd put it on my own body if I knew how to, can't you see?
I've got to bust you out of here somehow
I've never seen your spirit held down
I know that you say, "this is what you get for being a bad child."
But I know this will be your reward in just a little while
It's testing the strong ones
It's scarring the beautiful ones
It's holding the loved ones one last time
The lyrics to Copeland's song Testing the Strong Ones are a poignant and emotional depiction of the grief and pain that comes with watching someone you love suffer and struggle. The opening lines reference an angel by the hospital bed of someone who is desperately ill, and the desire for that person to hear their name spoken one last time. The singer of the song then addresses the person directly, urging them to open their eyes and promising to do anything they can to ease their pain. The lyrics are incredibly empathetic, expressing a desire to take the pain away from the person and even offering to bear it themselves if that would help.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of frustration and helplessness in the face of the person's suffering. The singer observes that they have never seen the person's heart or spirit so worn down, and expresses a desire to "bust them out" of the hospital somehow. There is also a recognition that the person may feel that they deserve their suffering, as the lyrics mention the idea that "this is what you get for being a bad child." However, the singer counters that idea by suggesting that the person's strength and resilience will eventually be rewarded, even if it's not evident in the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
There's an angel by your hospital bed
You are in a hospital bed, and there's someone who cares for you deeply by your side.
Desparate to hear his name on your breath
The person with you is yearning for you to acknowledge them, and to speak their name in comfort.
As he looks down you're not making a sound
You are silent, and the person with you is worried because of your lack of response.
Open your eyes and look at me
The person with you is asking you to show them a sign that you are still there, and willing to fight through this.
I'll bring to you whatever you need
The person with you is willing to provide you with anything that you require in order to fight through this ailment.
I'll tell you I'm sorry that I can't take this pain away from you
The person with you acknowledges the pain that you are in, but is apologetic because they can't do anything to alleviate it.
I'd put it on my own body if I knew how to, can't you see?
The person with you would take on your pain if they could, because they care for you that much.
I've got to bust you out of here somehow
The person with you is willing to take any measure necessary to get you out of the hospital, and to help you recover.
I've never seen your heart this tired
The person with you has never seen you so depleted, so hopeless, and so close to giving up.
I've never seen your spirit held down
The person with you is aware that your traditionally strong and resilient spirit has been quashed by your physical state.
I know that you say, "this is what you get for being a bad child."
You may feel as though this ailment is punishment for something you may have done, because you feel guilty or undeserving.
But I know this will be your reward in just a little while
The person with you is reassuring you that your reward for enduring this trial will soon come, and that it will be worth it.
It's testing the strong ones
This situation is meant to challenge those who are strongest, and to see if they can persevere.
It's scarring the beautiful ones
This ailment or situation is affecting even the most attractive and strongest of individuals.
It's holding the loved ones one last time
Those closest to the individual may have to say goodbye, and it is a heartbreaking situation for all involved.
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