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When it comes to “songs about family,” many are dedicated to parents, but it’s surprisingly hard to find tracks themed around thanking an older brother.
So in this feature, we’re focusing on exactly that and introducing songs that fit the bill.
We’ve put together pieces that carry messages to an older brother who’s a little further along in life, as well as works that highlight familial love.
Why not use the songs listed in this article as inspiration to put those feelings—ones that are hard to express honestly in everyday life—into music and send them his way?
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[Family Songs] Classic songs about brothers. Recommended popular tracks (1–10)
Big Brother’s SongKimyō Reitarō
This song was performed as an improvised piece at the live show at Tokorozawa MOJO on November 15, 2015.
Pay attention to his expressions and expressive power as he sings, in charming words, about an episode with his older brother.
He sings, almost like speaking, candidly about the irritation toward a sibling felt during adolescence and the shifts of the heart.
It’s a gem of a love song that makes the audience burst into laughter.
Family LandscapeHanaregumi
Different from friends, different from lovers…
When you think about it, what exactly are family and siblings? This piece portrays a family that somehow protects each other’s territory while cherishing one another.
It’s a somewhat ephemeral, yet gentle love song.
BoyhoodInoue Yosui
Each word sung is so beautiful that even if you don’t remember it, the scene somehow comes to mind… It’s that kind of masterpiece.
Playing by the riverside in summer with my brother, the summer festival where we seriously competed to see who could scoop more goldfish.
Those precious days may come back to you.
Welcome back.ayaka
“Okaeri” is singer-songwriter Ayaka’s eighth single, released in May 2008.
It also drew attention as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Tuesday 9 p.m.
drama “Absolute Boyfriend: The Perfect Lover Robot,” starring Mokomichi Hayami.
Ayaka’s gentle voice and warm lyrics leave your heart full after listening.
Families come in many forms—whether you’re always together or only meet occasionally—but this is a song that makes you think, “It’s wonderful to have family.”
CircleNUBO
The debut single from NUBO, a mixture rock band from Kanagawa Prefecture.
Independence isn’t about standing alone and facing loneliness; it’s about establishing yourself while joining hands with others.
Siblings, too, are best when you keep a healthy distance yet can ask for help and walk together when needed.
This is a song that reminds you of the warmth of those who stay by your side.
one heartMirakuru☆3 Kyoudai
Miracle☆Three Brothers is a vocal unit of three real brothers from Miyagi Prefecture.
Their raw, heartfelt lyrics—possible only because they’re bound by blood—grip you the moment you listen.
Featured on the album “HOME.” Their tightly synchronized vocal work will have you utterly captivated.
Brother SongKAZZ
Rafvery is a two-MC unit consisting of U-HEY and KAZZ, active out of Niigata.
“Kyoudai Uta” (Brother Song) is KAZZ’s first solo track, included on their 2015 album Re:start.
Its lyrics depict the bond between brothers, and the straightforward feelings of gratitude really resonate.
Because they’ve walked together since birth and overcome so much, there are words only brothers can share.
This tear-jerking song captures that sentiment.
It’s a great recommendation for an older brother’s wedding.