[2026] A roundup of classic Western songs about brothers and sisters

Beautiful Brother of MineCurtis Mayfield

Curtis Mayfield – Beautiful Brother of Mine

A track by American singer-songwriter and guitarist Curtis Mayfield.

It is included on the album “Roots,” released in 1971.

This album, which captures the sound of classic ’70s soul, reached No.

6 on the U.S.

charts.

Oh BrotherBen Taylor

Ben Taylor – Oh Brother (official video)

Ben Taylor is an American musician and actor who has been active since 1995.

He is also known as the son of singer-songwriters James Taylor and Carly Simon.

This track is included on the album “Listening,” released in 2012.

Blood brothersBruce Springsteen

Bruce Springsteen – Blood brothers

The title track of the EP released in 1996 by American singer-songwriter Bruce Springsteen, known by the nickname “The Boss.” Inspired by his reunion with the E Street Band, it was written on the eve of their first recording session.

BrooklynMaisie Peters

Maisie Peters – Brooklyn [Official Music Video]

Maisie Peters, a singer-songwriter from England, is a writer who tenderly captures the subtle textures of everyday emotion.

Spoken like a letter to her twin sister, this song uses memories of a trip to New York as a thread, weaving the impulse to protect and the certainty of connection despite distance into a shimmering pop sound.

Released in August 2021 as one half of a double A-side, it was included on the album “You Signed Up for This” the same month.

This piece fits perfectly for nights when you’re thinking of family living far away, or for leisurely days spent walking through a city full of memories.

Its lingering afterglow, like holding close the secrets shared between sisters, gently warms the heart.

Best FriendLaufey

Laufey – Best Friend (Official Video)

Sisters can sometimes feel closer than friends and more bashful than lovers, can’t they? Laufey, the gifted jazz-pop artist from Iceland, captures days spent with her twin sister through the textures of small conversations and shared laughter.

This song gently wraps endless affection for someone who is both family and best friend in a softly vintage pop sound.

A vow that won’t fade with age subtly shines through, conjuring tender sisterly scenes in the listener’s memory.

Released as a single in March 2021 and included on the April EP “Typical of Me.” Perfect for quiet nighttime reading or when you feel like reaching out to family after a while.

It also offers gentle comfort to a heart seeking reconciliation after conflict.

We Are FamilySISTER SLEDGE

Sister Sledge – We Are Family (Official Music Video)

A track that carries the warmth of blood ties straight onto the dance floor.

Philadelphia’s sister group Sister Sledge wraps it all in pride, trust, and a touch of mischief.

Here, the narrator affirms solidarity with her sisters and crew, while a hefty bass and razor-sharp guitar drive the exhilaration higher.

Released as a single in April 1979.

Under the masterful hands of Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards, it hit No.

1 on the R&B chart and No.

2 on the pop chart.

Included on the album We Are Family, which also spawned hits like “He’s the Greatest Dancer” and “Lost in Music.” In 1979, it was adopted as an anthem by the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Try it if you want to form a circle and raise your voices—at family anniversaries, wedding receptions, or your team’s kickoff.

SisterThe Nixons

The Nixons Sister (Official Video)

The Nixons, an alternative band from Oklahoma, USA, formed in 1990.

They’re known for passionate vocals and a hard-edged guitar sound.

Centered on a straightforward appeal to a sister, the song weaves regret with a desire to protect.

It’s an acoustic-leaning ballad whose chorus swells as if lifting a wavering heart, leaving a vow to acknowledge one another’s vulnerabilities and stay close.

For nights spent facing family, when it’s hard to be honest.

Let yourself be carried by the arc that builds from a restrained intro into growing intensity—and take a quiet, deep breath.