[2026] Classic Western songs about brothers: a roundup of recommended popular tracks

BrotherMatt Corby

Matt Corby – Brother (Official Audio)

Australian singer-songwriter Matt Corby began his music career at the age of 16.

This song, released as a single in 2011, was written after he was inspired by a falling-out with a close friend.

In 2012, it won Song of the Year at the ARIA Awards.

My Mother Had a BrotherGeorge Michael

George Michael – My Mother Had a Brother (Audio)

A song inspired by his uncle, who died on the day George Michael was born.

It contains hidden messages about suicide, fear, and homosexuality.

It was included on his fifth album, Patience, released in 2004.

This album became his final one.

Wolfman’s BrotherPhish

Phish – 9/1/2018 – “Wolfman’s Brother”

Phish is a rock band formed in 1983 at the University of Vermont in the United States.

They are characterized by a blend of sounds across a wide range of genres, including funk, progressive rock, folk, and country.

This song is included on their fifth album, Hoist, released in 1994.

They Might Be Giants

They Might Be Giants – Boss of me

A song released in 2001 by the alternative rock band They Might Be Giants.

It was inspired by John Flansburgh’s brother.

Known as the theme song for the TV show Malcolm in the Middle, the track won a Grammy Award.

Brothers On A Hotel BedDeath Cab for Cutie

Death Cab For Cutie – Brothers On A Hotel Bed ♥ (HD Sound Quality)

An elegant song included on Plans, the fifth album released in 2005 by the American indie rock band Death Cab for Cutie.

Josh Farro, lead guitarist of Paramore, has praised it as “the last song I want to hear before I die.”