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

music writerKOH-1
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)

For a BrotherVelvet Revolver

For a Brother – Velvet Revolver

For a BrotherVelvet Revolver

A track by the American hard rock band Velvet Revolver.

It was inspired by drummer Matt Sorum’s brother, who died of cancer, and lead singer Scott Weiland’s brother, who died from a drug overdose.

The track is included on the 2007 album Libertad.

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[2026] A Compilation of Classic Western Songs About Brothers and Sisters (51–60)

BROTHERPearl Jam

PEARL JAM BROTHER 2009 (With new Lyrics)

BROTHERPearl Jam

A track by the American rock band Pearl Jam.

It was originally included as an instrumental version on the 2003 compilation album Lost Dogs.

It is also known for not being performed live for 18 years after a Los Angeles concert in 1991.

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Always GoldRadical Face

Radical Face – Always Gold

Always GoldRadical Face

Radical Face is a music act by singer-songwriter Ben Cooper, active in Florida since 2000.

This track is included on the album “The Family Tree: The Roots,” released in 2011.

The music video was released in 2012.

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Sun BrotherPortugal. The Man

Portugal. The Man – Sun Brother (Extended Version)

Sun BrotherPortugal. The Man

Portugal.

The Man is a psychedelic rock band formed in Alaska in 2004.

Their tracks have been used in many forms of media, including an Apple iPad Pro commercial, and they won a Grammy Award in 2018.

This track is included on the album “Church Mouth,” released in 2007.

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In conclusion

As mentioned at the beginning, it’s only natural for artists to turn their experiences with their closest family into songs—and as you can tell from the tracks we featured, they’re all masterpieces.

Perhaps that’s because the creators’ feelings for their brothers and sisters overflow into the music.

As you listen, check the lyrics and reflect on your own relationships with your siblings.