Discover the story of the song > Fred – zager and evans

The song tells the story of a boy named Fred, from the day he was born until he reached adulthood. As a child, he exhibited increasingly violent behavior, killing animals and stealing. His father expresses disappointment in Fred's choices and wonders where he went wrong. When Fred turns 21, he is offered the opportunity to join the military, which his father sees as a chance for him to redirect his aggression and live a better life.