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 You Thought You'd Never Stand Out
Copeland Lyrics
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In a bulletproof suit with some friends of mine
I wrote the plotline
Only I knew who survived
And through the night
In a really fast car on an uphill climb
Blew past a danger sign
And fell through darkness, sublime
They're gonna come to light tonight
They're gonna come to light tonight
They're gonna come to light tonight
But not for the last time
In younger days
I do my schoolwork while the neighbors play
But stare into space
With no feeling to convey
With no look on my face
In younger days
I'm stealing bases while my mother prays
And dreading to wake
Longing for one more play
They're gonna come to light tonight
They're gonna come to light tonight
They're gonna come to light tonight
But not for the last time
I don't know what everyone was looking at
I don't care what everyone was laughing at
I don't know what everyone was staring at
I think, I think that it's me
I don't know what everyone was looking at
I don't care what everyone was laughing at
I don't know what everyone was staring at
I think, I think that it's me
Didn't I tell you that I could hear you running out?
Didn't I find you when I knew you were hiding out?
Didn't I see you when you thought you'd never stand out?
Didn't I find you? Didn't I find you?
I don't know what everyone was looking at
I don't care what everyone was laughing at
I don't know what everyone was staring at (they're gonna come to light tonight)
I think, I think that it's me
Didn't I see you when you thought you'd never stand out? (I think, I think that it's me)
Didn't I find you? (They're gonna come to light tonight)
I think, I think that it's me
I don't know what everyone was looking at
I don't care what everyone was laughing at
I don't know what everyone was staring at
I think, I think that it's me
Didn't I see you when you thought you'd never stand out?
Didn't I find you? (They're gonna come to light tonight)
I think, I think that it's me
"When You Thought You'd Never Stand Out" by Copeland is a song that talks about the feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem that everyone must have felt at some point in their lives. The song reflects on the memories of the past that people cherish while they fear failure and rejection. However, the chorus ultimately emphasizes that everyone has something special that will eventually come to light, and that they will stand out in their own unique and important way.
The first verse describes the singer's imagination where he is in control of his own narrative, and he is the mastermind of his own destiny. However, his imaginings come to a sudden stop when he falls through darkness. This vivid incident serves as a metaphor for the fears and worries that often consume the mind, leading to self-doubt and a feeling of hopelessness. The second verse depicts the memories of childhood, where the singer yearns for play and fun but is restricted by the responsibilities of school and home. The chorus emphasizes that the things holding the singer back will eventually fade away, and they will finally stand out.
Line by Line Meaning
In other lives
In different times or alternate realities
In a bulletproof suit with some friends of mine
In a situation where I felt invincible with my acquaintances
I wrote the plotline
I created the story or determined the outcome
Only I knew who survived
I was the only one aware of who would make it through
And through the night
All throughout the darkness or tough times
In a really fast car on an uphill climb
In a fast-paced challenge where difficulties kept increasing
Blew past a danger sign
Ignored a warning indicating impending harm
And fell through darkness, sublime
Fell into a state of peaceful calmness amidst chaos
But awoke just in time
Emerging from the crisis just in time to avoid disaster
They're gonna come to light tonight
The secrets will be exposed soon
But not for the last time
The situation may repeat itself, and the truth may surface again
In younger days
During my childhood or teenage years
I do my schoolwork while the neighbors play
Concentrating on my studies while others enjoy themselves
But stare into space
Looking blankly or contemplatively without any emotion
With no feeling to convey
Unable to express myself emotionally
With no look on my face
Appearing expressionless or emotionless
I'm stealing bases while my mother prays
Playing baseball while my mother prays for me
And dreading to wake
Feeling fearful about waking up to reality
Longing for one more play
Wishing for one more chance or moment to play the game
I don't know what everyone was looking at
Not understanding why others are staring or paying attention to me
I don't care what everyone was laughing at
Not bothered or concerned about why others are laughing
I don't know what everyone was staring at
Not comprehending why others are looking at me intently
I think, I think that it's me
Realizing that I may be the center of attention or the reason for others' actions
Didn't I tell you that I could hear you running out?
Didn't I warn you that your time was running short?
Didn't I find you when I knew you were hiding out?
Didn't I locate you when I suspected you were trying to conceal yourself?
Didn't I see you when you thought you'd never stand out?
Didn't I notice you when you believed you were unnoticed or insignificant?
Didn't I find you?
Didn't I discover your true self or uncover your secret?
Contributed by Sophie R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.