Music Made to Connect
“I wasn’t rapping my whole life,” the former HBCU quarterback, Champagne admits. “I was a consumer first. That makes me focus on what feels good, what connects.”
That mindset shaped Say Less, a video that captured joy and community in the Dominican Republic. By including locals, Champagne created not just a video, but an experience everyone could feel part of.
Community-Centered Relatability
From his Wright State University collaboration to college tours and block party visuals, Champagne always ties his artistry to real people. His fans see him as accessible—a hometown hero who still dreams big.
This fall, Champagne returns to the college circuit with performances at Kentucky State and Michigan State. For him, it’s a full-circle moment. “I started Jetway at school. My friends were in fraternities, and instead of joining, I built my own brotherhood. That’s what Jetway became.”
That brotherhood has grown into a global fanbase, with women making up the majority of his supporters.
Say Less: Community on Screen
Shot in the Dominican Republic, Say Less highlights Champagne’s ability to merge artistry with community. Locals filled the streets for a block party that doubled as a video shoot. “It was one of the most productive and fun trips I’ve ever had,” he says. “We shot multiple videos, but Say Less was special because it was bigger than me—it was for the people.”
Expanding Jetway’s Reach
Beyond music, Champagne is developing “Ladies Love Champagne,” a live event series that blends concerts with community celebration. His Jetway Show offers a behind-the-scenes look at his life, mixing humor and hustle in a format inspired by Curb Your Enthusiasm and Dave.
Jetway is also becoming a real-world case study at Wright State University, where grad students have used the brand to test marketing campaigns and growth strategies.
Whether on tour, in the DR, or behind the camera, Champagne937 is On The Grid for all the right reasons. His blend of music, lifestyle, and community-centered creativity makes him an artist who doesn’t just move through culture—he builds it.
Catch Say Less on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tn9dkRX_X9w
