In The Year 2525 – Zager and Evans

“In the Year 2525” is a popular song performed by the American duo Zager and Evans, composed by Rick Evans. It was released in 1969 and became a major hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and the UK Singles Chart. The song’s lyrics are set in the distant future and offer a bleak view of humanity’s evolution and potential fate.

The song is structured as a series of verses that each explore different hypothetical scenarios for human existence, progressing forward in time from the year 2525 to the year 9595. Each verse presents a different scenario, typically with a cautionary or dystopian theme, reflecting on themes such as technological advancement, environmental degradation, and the consequences of human actions.

Despite its success, “In the Year 2525” remains Zager and Evans’ most well-known song, often remembered for its haunting melody and thought-provoking lyrics. It has been covered by numerous artists and continues to be referenced in popular culture as a reflection of society’s concerns about the future and the potential consequences of technological progress.