There are three artists named Copeland;

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.

There Cannot be a Close Second
Copeland Lyrics

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You've got an extra special heart
A perfect light that shines through
And it seems the hardest part
Is shining back at you
Shining back at you

So forgive me
Cause I don't know what to do

When you look at me
There can be no hesitation
There cannot be a close second to you
I don't know what to do
When you look at me
When you look at me

I've got a perfectly and normal heart
Bruised and broken from within
At times I don't know how to start
To let you in here
To let you in here

So forgive me
Cause I don't know what to do
When you look at me
There can be no hesitation
There cannot be a close second to you
I don't know what to do
When you look at me
When you look at me
Cause I don't know what to do
When you look at me
There can be no hesitation
There cannot be a close second to you

To let you in here

So forgive me
Cause I don't know what to do
When you look at me
There can be no hesitation
There cannot be a close second to you
I don't know what to do
When you look at me

There can be no hesitation
There cannot be a close second to you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Copeland's song There Cannot be a Close Second express a sense of admiration and vulnerability towards a person with an "extra special heart" and a "perfect light that shines through." The singer acknowledges their own "bruised and broken" heart and seems to struggle with the idea of letting this person in. The chorus emphasizes the idea that this person is unmatched and cannot be replaced - "there cannot be a close second to you."

The singer's uncertainty and hesitation in the presence of this person is palpable throughout the song. They ask for forgiveness and admit that they "don't know what to do" when this person looks at them. It's as if the shining light of this person's heart has brought to light the singer's own imperfections and they feel exposed in their vulnerability.

Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of awe and admiration towards someone who is seen as almost too perfect, while also highlighting the singer's own insecurities and fears of being vulnerable.

Line by Line Meaning

You've got an extra special heart
Your heart is unique and extraordinary

A perfect light that shines through
Your inner beauty radiates like a flawless light

And it seems the hardest part
It's difficult to reciprocate your shining inner beauty

Is shining back at you
To reflect your beauty back at you is a challenge

So forgive me
Sorry for my shortcomings

Cause I don't know what to do
I'm unsure of how to respond to your beauty

When you look at me
When you pay attention to me

There can be no hesitation
I must act without delay

There cannot be a close second to you
You are one-of-a-kind, and nobody can compare

I've got a perfectly and normal heart
My heart is average and common

Bruised and broken from within
Emotionally damaged and fragile