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.
The Day I Lost My Voice
Copeland Lyrics
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And somehow not surprised
That I was superimposed, somehow in this life
And if my friends and my foes would just drop me a line, it'd be nice.
You see love is a drink that goes straight to my head
And time is a lover and I'm caught in her stare
And the sentiment there follows me straight to my bed through the night
[Chorus]
I've got my life in a suitcase,
I'm ready to run, run, run away..
I've got no time, 'cause I'm always trying to run, run, run away
'Cause everyday in here feels like it's only a game.
I've got my life in a suitcase, a suitcase, a suitcase
What could be an anchor here, with a storm on the rise,
When you never meant to see so clear, when smoke gets in your eyes
And the men in the moon never makes his replies
Understood
[Chorus]
For a moment I was one man and the world made sense
For a moment in this storm made of consequence
I've got my life in a suitcase and ready to run run run away
I got no time cause I'm always trying to run run run away
Cause everyday when it feels like it's only a game I've got my life in a suitcase,
A suitcase, a suitcase
A suitcase
In Copeland's song, "The Day I Lost My Voice," the lyrics depict a feeling of being lost and searching for direction. The opening lines, "It's sure as the floor 'neath my toes/And somehow not surprised/That I was superimposed, somehow in this life" convey a sense of feeling out of place and not knowing how one ended up where they are. The singer is seeking validation from both friends and foes, indicating a desire for connection and affirmation.
The next few lines then delve into the singer's struggles with love and time, stating that "love is a drink that goes straight to my head" and that "time is a lover and I'm caught in her stare." These lines suggest a sense of addiction and infatuation, possibly with a past lover or with the passage of time itself. The chorus then repeats the phrase "I've got my life in a suitcase/ I'm ready to run, run, run away," emphasizing the idea of feeling trapped and needing to escape.
The final verse offers a glimmer of hope, with the singer recognizing a moment where they felt like the world made sense. However, this moment is fleeting and quickly shifts back to the familiar feeling of being lost and searching for direction. The song ends with the repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the constant desire to run away and start anew.
Line by Line Meaning
It's sure as the floor 'neath my toes
I am certain and confident in my current situation.
And somehow not surprised
Although unexpected, I am not shocked.
That I was superimposed, somehow in this life
I feel like I am not in control of my own life.
And if my friends and my foes would just drop me a line, it'd be nice.
I wish both my friends and enemies would reach out to me.
You see love is a drink that goes straight to my head
Love affects me intensely and immediately.
And time is a lover and I'm caught in her stare
Time completely consumes me.
And the sentiment there follows me straight to my bed through the night
My thoughts and emotions about love torment me at night.
I've got my life in a suitcase, I'm ready to run, run, run away..
I am prepared and eager to escape my current lifestyle.
I've got no time, 'cause I'm always trying to run, run, run away
I am constantly seeking ways to avoid my issues.
'Cause everyday in here feels like it's only a game.
My everyday life feels fake and meaningless.
What could be an anchor here, with a storm on the rise,
What could hold me down in the midst of chaos and turmoil?
When you never meant to see so clear, when smoke gets in your eyes
It's hard to gain clarity when things are unclear and hazy.
And the men in the moon never makes his replies
No one seems to be listening or responding to me.
Understood
I comprehend this fact and accept it.
For a moment I was one man and the world made sense
There was a time when I was content and things were clear.
For a moment in this storm made of consequence
In the midst of this tumultuous experience that will have lasting effects.
I've got my life in a suitcase and ready to run run run away
Once again, I am prepared and motivated to escape.
I got no time cause I'm always trying to run run run away
Once again, I am always trying to run from my issues.
Cause everyday when it feels like it's only a game I've got my life in a suitcase, A suitcase, a suitcase
Once again, my everyday life feels fake and meaningless and I seek to escape.
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Luke Sandroni
As sure as the floor ‘neath my toes,
And somehow not surprised
That I was super imposed somehow in this life.
And if my friends and my foes would just drop me a line, That’d be nice.
They say life is a drink that goes straight to my head.
Time is a lover, and I’m caught in her stead.
The sentiment there follows me straight to my bed through the night.
(Chorus)
I’ve got my life in a suitcase, I’m ready to run run run away.
I’ve got no time, cos I’m always trying to run run run away.
Cos everyday in here feels like it’s only a game.
I’ve got my life in a suitcase... a suitcase...... a suitcase.
A suitcase.
What could be an anchor here, with the storm on the rise?
When you never meant to see so clear when smoke gets in your eyes.
And the man on the moon never makes his replies understood..
(Chorus)
A suitcase x5
For a moment I was warm and the world made sense.
For a moment take this storm back, no consequence.
(Chorus)
VeggieMuffin
I'm so thankful this song exists. Just calmed me down and mellowed me out completly
VM Hosen
how u doin old girl
Paige O'Brien
I was once the type of girl who liked all the trashy pop music we have today. Then I heard this song and it completely changed my view of what music is. That very first time I heard that song I started to cry. For that one time in my life the world didn't seem so bad and everything made sense. I'm am so thankful this song exist.
Ryan Chase
I love your comment. Copeland is an amazing band with such thoughtful lyrics and an array of diverse instruments. This band makes life better. Also, I remember listening to this song on repeat during a difficult time in my marriage, and in my overall life. It spoke volumes to me then, and it still does all these years later, even though my life has drastically improved.
Romeo Eden
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Leroy Amir
@Romeo Eden yea, I've been watching on Flixzone} for years myself =)
spridle
Good pop still exists. There are still true artists in pop music.
amandatwloha
This song still hurts my soul so good all these years later 🖤
Filipe Fil
Its been 11 years now and im still totally in love with Copeland. No other band made me feel this way, never. Its like a trip to my deepest feelings. Brazil loves you guys
onlyeverythingbelow
All of copeland's songs make me hopelessly depressed yet incredibly happy at the same time.