About the song
Introducing a Classic: Zager And Evans – In The Year 2525
Zager And Evans’ “In The Year 2525” is more than just a song; it’s a time capsule, a futuristic prediction, and a timeless reflection on humanity. Released in 1969, at the height of the Space Race and amidst growing concerns about overpopulation and technology, this track offered a glimpse into a world a century into the future.
The song paints a vivid, if somewhat dystopian, picture of the year 2525. It’s a world where technology has advanced significantly, yet society seems to be grappling with many of the same problems as in the 1960s. The lyrics hint at environmental issues, overpopulation, and a society that is perhaps overly reliant on technology.
One of the most striking aspects of “In The Year 2525” is its simplicity. The melody is catchy and easy to remember, and the lyrics are straightforward. However, this simplicity belies the song’s complexity. Beneath the surface, there is a deep sense of unease and a questioning of humanity’s progress.
The song’s chorus, “In the year 2525, if man is still alive, if woman can survive, they’ll be livin’ in paradise,” is both hopeful and cynical. It suggests that humanity may overcome its challenges and create a utopia, but it also acknowledges the possibility of extinction.
The song’s enduring popularity can be attributed to several factors. First, its catchy melody and simple lyrics make it easy to remember. Second, its themes of technology, the future, and the human condition are universal and timeless. Finally, the song’s release during a period of great social and political upheaval gave it a sense of urgency and relevance.
“In The Year 2525” is a fascinating piece of music history. It’s a song that has been analyzed and interpreted countless times, and it continues to resonate with listeners of all ages. Whether you’re a fan of classic rock or simply interested in the history of popular music, this song is worth a listen.
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Lyrics
In the year 2525, if man is still alive
If woman can survive, they may find
In the year 3535
Ain’t gonna need to tell the truth, tell no lie
Everything you think, do and say
Is in the pill you took today
In the year 4545
You ain’t gonna need your teeth, won’t need your eyes
You won’t find a thing to chew
Nobody’s gonna look at you
In the year 5555
Your arms hangin’ limp at your sides
Your legs got nothin’ to do
Some machine’s doin’ that for you
In the year 6565
You won’t need no husband, won’t need no wife
You’ll pick your son, pick your daughter too
From the bottom of a long glass tube
In the year 7510
If God’s a coming, He oughta make it by then
Maybe He’ll look around Himself and say
Guess it’s time for the judgment day
In the year 8510
God is gonna shake His mighty head
He’ll either say I’m pleased where man has been
Or tear it down, and start again
In the year 9595
I’m kinda wonderin’ if man is gonna be alive
He’s taken everything this old earth can give
And he ain’t put back nothing
Now it’s been ten thousand years
Man has cried a billion tears
For what, he never knew, now man’s reign is through
But through eternal night, the twinkling of starlight
So very far away, maybe it’s only yesterday
In the year 2525, if man is still alive
If woman can survive, they may find
