[2026] A roundup of classic Western songs about older sisters

big sisSALES

SALES – big sis

SALES are a duo from Florida, USA, whose languid guitar tones and dry rhythms feel delightfully comfortable.

They’re an indie-pop unit known for their lo-fi, intimate sound.

This track is a piece of bedroom pop marked by whispery vocals that evoke a gentle sense of nostalgia.

The lyrics portray a desire to seem a little more grown-up, inspired by an older sister, along with the frustration of not quite being able to catch up—feelings that come across as tender and endearing.

Originally released in August 2015, the song was later included on their debut album, Sales LP, the following year.

Give it a listen on a lazy summer afternoon or when you’re in the mood for a touch of sentimentality.

Call Your SisterTaylor Edwards

Taylor Edwards – Call Your Sister (Official Video)

Singer-songwriter Taylor Edwards, based in Nashville and known for blending country and pop, has been gaining attention.

The featured song is a heartwarming country number from her album “Born in July (The Album),” released in September 2021, celebrating the deep love from an older sister to her younger sister.

You can truly feel the earnest yet gentle emotions of an older sister watching over her little sister—who is seventeen years younger—from afar.

The song went viral after Edwards posted a video she made between waitress shifts on TikTok, becoming such a phenomenon that it caught the eye of radio DJ Ryan Seacrest.

It’s a track we especially recommend to anyone living away from family or feeling homesick.

Sister SisterHaschak Sisters

Haschak Sisters – Sister Sister (Music Video)

The Hashaku Sisters are a real-life four-sister group based on YouTube with fans all around the world.

Having trained in dance and vocals since childhood, they’re also known as a creative collective that handles everything themselves—from songwriting to choreography.

Released in June 2020, this track is a pop tune overflowing with sisterly love that literally sings about who they are.

You can feel the strength that comes from having someone always by your side, and the invincible, positive energy of simply being together, expressed through their overlapping, cute vocals and sparkling sound.

It’s one of their original works alongside songs like “Daddy Says No,” and whether you listen with your sisters or your closest friends, it’s guaranteed to deepen your bond.

Superman’s Big SisterIan Dury and The Blockheads

Ian Dury and The Blockheads – Sueperman’s Big Sister [Official 4K Music Video]

This is a exhilarating number by the British band Ian Dury and the Blockheads, led by Ian Dury—often dubbed the poet of punk.

Released in November 1980 as a single from the album Laughter, it offers a unique perspective: what if a well-known hero had an older sister who was even stronger than he is? The lyrics depict even Superman, who can solve any problem, becoming timid in front of his sister, playfully overturning old stereotypes.

The rich sound—grounded in funk and pub rock and bolstered by strings—is another highlight.

Coupled with the anecdote that it was the label’s 100th commemorative single, the song radiates a sense of playfulness.

It’s a perfect track for anyone who admires strong women or wants a refreshing boost.

My SisterJuliana Hatfield Three

My Sister

The Juliana Hatfield Three, a band that stood out in the ’90s alternative rock scene.

Led by Juliana Hatfield, known for her work with Blake Babies, this trio gained popularity with memorable melodies and introspective lyrics.

One of their signature songs appears on the acclaimed 1993 album Become What You Are.

The album produced a hit that reached No.

1 on the U.S.

Modern Rock chart, but interestingly, the song is actually about an imaginary sister who doesn’t exist.

The songwriter’s complex feelings—an admixture of longing and jealousy toward an absent figure—ride on a driving, exhilarating sound, which only makes them resonate more poignantly.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you’re thinking about someone you admire.

Big Sister, Little SisterLoretta Lynn

Loretta Lynn-Big Sister, Little Sister

The artist known as the Queen of Country Music, Loretta Lynn, is celebrated for her illustrious career, including becoming the first woman to win the CMA Entertainer of the Year award in 1972.

This particular song of hers, which portrays the bonds and conflicts between sisters, tells a heartrending story that tightens the listener’s chest, in contrast to its beautiful melody.

Set to the Nashville Sound, it movingly depicts an elder sister’s self-sacrificing struggle as she is torn between love for her younger sister and her own romantic feelings.

The track is included on the classic album “Woman of the World / To Make a Man,” released in July 1969.

Give it a listen when you want to immerse yourself in a highly narrative song that explores the sisters’ complex emotions.

Sister Oh SisterRodney Crowell

Sister Oh Sister

Rodney Crowell is a towering figure in country music—a great singer-songwriter who boasts a combined total of 15 No.

1 hits between his own recordings and songs he’s written for others.

Known primarily as a lyricist and composer, he has provided songs to many artists.

This particular work, co-written with poet Mary Karr, appears on the album “KIN: Songs by Mary Karr & Rodney Crowell,” released in June 2012.

Inspired by Karr’s memoir, the song drew attention for its lyrics expressing gratitude to the sister who supported her through a difficult childhood.

The fact that Crowell’s ex-wife, Rosanne Cash, performs the song further deepens the theme of family bonds.

If you have a sister yourself, listening while reflecting on your own memories may make it all the more moving.