Champagne
Champagne

Melissa Barrera, Anthony Ramos - Champagne Lyrics

In this emotionally charged duet, the characters grapple with the impending departure of Usnavi from their close-knit neighborhood. Vanessa's gift of champagne symbolizes a bittersweet farewell and an attempt to cherish their remaining moments together. As… Read more

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Champagne Music Video

Champagne Lyrics

So I got you a present
I went next door to get it
Doing anything tonight?

Cleaning
You done for the day
No way
'Cause we got a date
Okay
Before you board that plane
I owe you a bottle of cold champagne

No
Yeah, cold champagne
Damn, the bottle's all sweaty and everything
You went and got this
Pop the champagne
I don't know if we have coffee cups
Or plastic cups, I already packed the cups

Tonight we're drinking straight from the bottle

Usnavi?
Yeah?
Daniela told me what you did for me
And it's honestly
The sweetest thing anyone ever did for me
Now, what can I say
Or do to possibly repay you for your kindness?
How do you get this gold shit off?

Usnavi!
Yeah!
Before you go leave town
Before the corner changes
And the signs are taken down
Let's walk around the neighborhood and say our goodbyes
Usnavi, are you alright?

I'm fine, I'm tryna open this champagne
You see the twisty thing is broken
But I'm gonna open this damn champagne!

Let me see it
No, I got it!
Yo, Usnavi, drop the champagne!
I mean you went to all this trouble to get us a little bubbly
And it's gonna be okay
I'm sorry, it's been a long day

You oughta stay
What?
You can stay uptown, maybe save this place
Ha ha, very funny
And it's not like Sonny's got role models
Role models? Stepping up to the plate
Yo, what are you talking about?
I'm just saying, I think your vacation can wait
Vacation? Vanessa, you left us too
And I moved down to West Fourth Street, you can take the A
What are you trying to say?
You're leaving the country
And we're never gonna see you again
Yo, what are you trying to say?
You get everyone addicted to your coffee and off you go
Vanessa, I don't know why you're mad at me
I wish I was mad

I'm just too late

Writer(s): Lin-Manuel Miranda
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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What is the Meaning of Champagne?

In this emotionally charged duet, the characters grapple with the impending departure of Usnavi from their close-knit neighborhood. Vanessa's gift of champagne symbolizes a bittersweet farewell and an attempt to cherish their remaining moments together. As they struggle with the bottle, deeper issues surface—Usnavi’s sense of duty and Vanessa’s frustration at his decision to leave. The song reveals underlying tensions about community responsibility, personal aspirations, and unresolved feelings. Ultimately, it portrays a poignant intersection between celebration and sorrow, capturing the complexities of saying goodbye while questioning what truly matters in life and relationships.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who are the artists performing 'Champagne'?

    'Champagne' is performed by Melissa Barrera and Anthony Ramos, who play Vanessa and Usnavi, respectively, in the film adaptation of the musical 'In the Heights.'

  2. What is the context of 'Champagne' within 'In the Heights'?

    'Champagne' occurs towards the end of 'In the Heights,' when Vanessa brings a bottle of champagne to Usnavi as a gesture of gratitude for helping her secure a new lease. The song captures their emotional moment as they confront their feelings before Usnavi's planned departure.

  3. Who wrote the lyrics for 'Champagne'?

    The lyrics for 'Champagne' were written by Lin-Manuel Miranda, who also wrote all the music and lyrics for both the original Broadway musical and its film adaptation.

  4. Is there a significant change in how 'Champagne' is presented in the film versus the stage musical?

    'Champagne' remains relatively faithful to its stage version but benefits from cinematic elements like close-up shots that enhance the emotional intensity between Vanessa and Usnavi. The song was recorded live on-set to capture authentic performances.

  5. How does Vanessa express her gratitude to Usnavi in 'Champagne'?

    Vanessa expresses her gratitude by bringing Usnavi a bottle of cold champagne and acknowledging his kindness. She tells him it’s one of the sweetest things anyone has ever done for her.

  6. What challenges do Vanessa and Usnavi face while trying to open the champagne bottle?

    'They struggle with opening the bottle because its twisty thing is broken. This moment adds a touch of humor and realism to their interaction, highlighting their nervousness and underlying emotions.'

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