[2026] A roundup of classic Western songs about older sisters
There are countless songs that celebrate deep family bonds, but while it may feel like there aren’t many Western songs that specifically spotlight an “older sister,” there are actually many great tracks of various kinds.
From songs that express feelings for a real sister to ones that portray an imaginary one, the approaches are wonderfully diverse.
We’ve selected songs that depict sibling relationships from multiple angles, including numbers sung from an older sister’s perspective about her younger sister or brother.
Spanning eras and genres, here are a variety of Western songs related to older sisters.
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[2026] A Collection of Iconic Western Songs About Sisters (11–20)
SisterThe Nixons
In the post-grunge era of the 1990s, The Nixons kept delivering straight, passionate rock.
Their 1995 masterpiece Foma features gemlike tracks that define the times.
This song is an acoustic ballad that shines with particularly emotional brilliance among them.
Zack Malloy’s vocals are powerful—at times reminiscent of Pearl Jam—as if portraying complex feelings: admiration and gratitude for his sister, along with a touch of distance.
Reaching No.
11 on the U.S.
Alternative chart, its beautiful melody is sure to bring back nostalgic family memories.
It’s perfect for nights when you want to sink into a slightly sentimental mood.
Back To The StartLily Allen
A single released in 2010 from English singer-songwriter and actress Lily Allen’s second album, “It’s Not Me, It’s You.” It’s an apology song about her relationship with her sister, Sarah, and it was particularly a hit in Australia.
My Sister Rose10,000 Maniacs
A song included on the album In My Tribe, released in 1987 by the American alternative rock band 10,000 Maniacs.
The album was selected by Rolling Stone as one of the “100 Greatest Albums of the 1980s.”
WE ARE FAMILYSISTER SLEDGE
Comprising four sisters, Sister Sledge is also known for serving as a backup group for various artists.
This track is their biggest hit and was written by Bernard Edwards and Nile Rodgers.
YOU ARE MY SISTERAntony&the Johnsons
A song by the American music group Antony and the Johnsons, formed in 1995.
It is the title track of an EP released in 2005.
It charted in the UK Top 40.
My SisterReba McEntire
A single from the album “Room to Breathe,” released in 2005 by American country music artist Reba McEntire.
It reached No.
16 on Billboard’s Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
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Sister Golden HairAmerica
A song written by Gerry Beckley.
It is a single from America’s fifth album, Hearts, released in 1975.
It reached No.
1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
In 2001, the song was used in the TV series The Sopranos.