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.
When Finally Set Free
Copeland Lyrics
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Reminding us how far we've come
Let the pain burn away from our hearts
We have time to start all over again
Feel the pain teaching us how much more we can take
Reminding us how far we've come
Let the pain burn away our hearts
Feel the pain teaching us how much more we can take
Reminding us how far we've come
Let the pain burn away from our heart
We have time to start all over again
Well if you would shine your love down here oh Make our hearts as perfect as new
Oh if you would shine your love down here oh
I promise I'd reflect right back at you
Oh I promise I'd reflect it right back at you
Oh I promise we'll reflect it right back at you
The lyrics to Copeland's song "When Finally Set Free" are rich with themes of perseverance and starting anew. The opening lines, "Feel the pain teaching us how much more we can take, reminding us how far we've come," suggest that the singer has been through a lot, but instead of giving up, he or she has gained resilience and strength. The repetition of these lines is powerful, as it emphasizes that the experience of pain is not a one-time event, but a continual process of growth and transformation.
In the next lines, "Let the pain burn away from our hearts, we have time to start all over again," the idea of pain as a purifying force is introduced. The image of burning away the pain suggests a refining process, allowing the singer to let go of the hurt and move forward. The phrase "we have time" suggests a hopeful tone, that the future is open to new beginnings.
The next verse offers a plea for divine intervention, with the singer asking for a divine love to transform them, promising to reflect that love back. This echoes the theme of transformation, suggesting that the singer is seeking something greater than themselves to help them move forward. Overall, the lyrics speak to the resilience and hope that come from facing adversity, and the potential for growth and renewal that can come from letting go of pain and embracing new beginnings.
Line by Line Meaning
Feel the pain teaching us how much more we can take
The pain is a teacher, making us realize how strong we are and capable of handling more challenges in life.
Reminding us how far we've come
The pain also reminds us of the progress we've made, how much we have survived, and how strong we have grown.
Let the pain burn away from our hearts
Give us the strength to endure the pain and let it pass, so we don't carry it in our heart any longer.
We have time to start all over again
We have the opportunity to start fresh, free from the burden of pain, and create a new beginning for ourselves.
Well if you would shine your love down here oh
If a higher power or love would provide us guidance, strength, and positivity,
Make our hearts as perfect as new
Our hearts would become pure, open, and without any past pain or burden.
Oh if you would shine your love down here oh
If that love would only shine down to us,
I promise I'd reflect right back at you
We promise to reflect that love, reciprocating it with our own love and positivity.
Oh I promise I'd reflect it right back at you
We promise to reflect that love, reciprocating it with our own love and positivity.
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