Zager

Zager is a surname of German origin, derived from the Middle High German word "zagere," which means "sagacious" or "wise." The name gained prominence in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s, particularly through the musical duo Zager and Evans. The duo consisted of Rick Zager and Paul Evans, who achieved significant success with their hit song "In the Year 2525" in 1969. The song, which was written by Zager, became an anthem of the counterculture movement and remains one of the most iconic songs of the 1960s. Zager and Evans continued to release music throughout the 1970s, although their later work did not achieve the same level of commercial success as "In the Year 2525." Rick Zager, the lead vocalist and primary songwriter, has also been involved in various other musical projects and has continued to perform and write music. The surname Zager has also been carried on by other family members, including Rick's son, who has followed in his father's footsteps as a musician.