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

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

Do you have an older brother or a younger brother, an older sister or a younger sister?

Some of you may be very close, while others, to be honest, may have grown distant.

It’s only natural that artists would choose siblings—those who were often the closest to us in childhood—as a theme for their songs, and in fact, many great tracks have been born from this theme.

In this article, we’ve put together classic Western songs about brothers and sisters from various eras and genres.

From timeless classics to recent standouts, enjoy a wide range of brother songs and sister songs!

[2026] A roundup of classic Western songs about brothers and sisters (41–50)

Am I The Only One?Bare Naked Ladies

Am I the Only One?

Am I The Only One?Bare Naked Ladies

Barenaked Ladies is a rock band formed in Ontario, Canada, in 1988.

They have won the Juno Awards eight times.

This track is included on the album “Maybe You Should Drive,” released in 1994.

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Dream BrotherJeff Buckley

Jeff Buckley – Dream Brother (from Live in Chicago)

Dream BrotherJeff Buckley

A track by American singer-songwriter Jeff Buckley.

It was written for Chris Dowd of Fishbone, a friend of Jeff’s who was considering breaking up with his pregnant girlfriend.

The track has been covered by artists such as Tesseract.

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Down The RiverChris Knight

Chris Knight – Down The River

Down The RiverChris Knight

A track by Chris Knight, a singer-songwriter from Kentucky, USA, active since 1998, that sings about brothers.

It’s an alternative/indie track included on his 2001 album “A Pretty Good Guy.”

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Brothers In ArmsDire Straits

Dire Straits – Brothers In Arms (Official Music Video)

Brothers In ArmsDire Straits

A track released in 1985 by the British rock band Dire Straits.

It was inspired by the Falklands War.

It has been used in films such as Spy Game and has been covered by artists including Metallica and Alex Cornish.

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BrotherAlice In Chains

Alice In Chains – Brother (From MTV Unplugged)

BrotherAlice In Chains

A track by the American rock band Alice in Chains.

It was inspired by guitarist Jerry Cantrell’s relationship with his then-four-year-old younger brother.

The track appears on the EP Sap, released in 1992 and certified Gold in the United States.

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BROTHERMIGHTY OAKS

Mighty Oaks • Brother (Official Music Video)

BROTHERMIGHTY OAKS

Mighty Oaks is an indie and folk rock trio formed in Berlin, Germany, in 2010.

They have been nominated for awards including the European Festival Awards.

This track was released as a single in 2014 from the album Howl.

It reached No.

66 on the German charts.

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Unknown BrotherThe Black Keys

The Black Keys – Unknown Brother

Unknown BrotherThe Black Keys

A track that sings about mourning a young life.

It’s a song by the American rock duo The Black Keys, inspired by vocalist and guitarist Dan Auerbach’s stepbrother, who died of cancer when he was in high school.

It appears on their 2010 album Brothers.

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