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[2025] A roundup of classic Western songs about sisters

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

“Sisters” form a special bond within family relationships.

The joys and conflicts born from that bond—and at times, complex emotions—have been passed down through music.

From timeless hits everyone has heard to hidden gems, there are countless Western songs about sisters that move the heart.

Songs told from perspectives such as “family love,” “discord,” and “growth” will surely resonate deeply not only with those who have sisters, but with everyone.

Here, we present a selection of memorable Western songs themed around sisterly relationships.

[2025] A Compilation of Classic Western Songs About Sisters (31–40)

Sisters Are Doin’ It for ThemselvesEurythmics, Aretha Franklin

Sisters Are Doin’ It For Themselves [Ft. Aretha Franklin] (Official Video)

Sisters Are Doin' It for ThemselvesEurythmics, Aretha Franklin

A collaboration between the British pop duo Eurythmics and American soul/R&B singer Aretha Franklin.

An anthem track about feminism, it was released in 1985 and has been featured in works such as the 2003 film Legally Blonde 2.

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MarthaRufus Wainwright

Rufus Wainwright performing “Martha” on KCRW

MarthaRufus Wainwright

A track included on singer-songwriter Rufus Wainwright’s 2010 album “All Days Are Nights: Songs for Lulu.” It was inspired by his mother’s death and the bond he shared with his sister, singer Martha, while their mother was hospitalized.

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BloodAllison Moorer

Blood – Allison Moorer by Sevy

BloodAllison Moorer

A track about loving someone unconditionally.

It was included on American alternative country singer Allison Moorer’s 2015 album “Down to Believing.” The track was inspired by her sister, with whom she has a close relationship.

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Cure My Tragedy (A Letter to God)Coldplay

Cold – Cure My Tragedy

Cure My Tragedy (A Letter to God)Coldplay

A track by the American rock band Cold.

It was written by lead singer Scooter Ward for his sister, who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

Released in 2003, it reached No.

3 on the U.

S.

charts and is included on the album Year of the Spider.

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Two SistersFiction Plane

Fiction Plane – Two Sisters

Two SistersFiction Plane

A track that sings about a man who falls in love with two sisters.

It was released in 2007 by the British rock band Fiction Plane.

This alternative rock track became a hit in countries like the Netherlands and reached No.

4 on the charts in Belgium.

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[2025] A Collection of Classic Western Songs About Sisters (41–50)

Sweet Sir GalahadJoan Baez

Joan Baez – Sweet Sir Galahad

Sweet Sir GalahadJoan Baez

A track released in 1969 by Joan Baez, an American folk music singer-songwriter.

Inspired by her relationship with her sister, it is said to be the first track Joan ever wrote.

It was first performed on the Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour in March 1969.

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Crack the skyeMastodon

Mastodon: Crack the skye

Crack the skyeMastodon

The title track from the album released in 2009 by the American heavy metal band Mastodon.

It was created in honor of drummer Brann Dailor’s sister, who passed away in her teens.

The album was a hit worldwide, reaching No.

6 on the charts in Norway and Finland.

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