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60 Best Sister Brother Songs

 

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Did your big brother make a big impact on your life? Maybe he was your protector. He might even be your twin. Your childhood is full of memories together and you want to honor your relationship. Choosing a sister-brother song at your wedding honors a lifetime of memories.

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What is a Sister-Brother Song?

A sister-brother song is a special song between a bride and her brother. We recommend that you select a song that has special meaning between both you and your brother. This could be a sister-brother dance, a slideshow, or when he walks down the aisle. It all depends on what you would like to do as the wedding couple.

“It seems like every set of siblings has some sort of family dance, whether it moves they choreographed as kids or a song you love to rock out to in the kitchen when you’re all home for Thanksgiving. Make sure your tune of choice gets played during the reception, and ask your brothers to join you in the middle of the dance floor to bust a move.” Jaimie Mackey

How do I include my brother at my wedding?

Maybe your brother doesn’t want to dance. That’s okay, too. You can include your brother in your wedding party. Many wedding couples are breaking traditional gender roles such as bridesmaids and groomsmen. So your brother can definitely be the bride’s best man.

If your brother is shy, he can be an usher or officiant. Talk to your wedding coordinator and future husband. You don’t want surprises, though, the day of.

“We’ve frequently seen siblings cast as program attendants, guest book hosts, ushers and junior-status bridesmaids and groomsmen (when much younger) – but there are several meaningful ways in which siblings can contribute to your day.” Marquette Avenue Events

Is it normal for the groom’s sister to be a bridesmaid?

It’s up to you but remember that your children may be playing together in the future, reminds Aviva Samuels in a Brides.com article.  Including your sister-in-law at the wedding is a decision that should be made by you as the wedding couple. If your future husband and his sister are very close, a sister-brother song could replace the mother dancing with the groom.

Remember, this is your celebration. Talk about the options with each other and your professional wedding planner.

A Sister-Brother Song Should Hold Meaning

Sister-brother songs are special when the bride has a special relationship with her brother. In addition, if a bride’s parents have passed away, it would be a special gesture to have a sister-brother dance to replace the father-daughter dance. If the bride has multiple brothers, the selected song can play as the bride starts dancing with the oldest brother. Then, the younger brothers can cut-in as the song plays.

Similar song lists for further reading:

  • Sister songs
  • Brother songs
  • Father-Daughter dance songs
 

Sister Brother Songs

If a special song is not known between the bride and her brother, we suggest our top 60 sister brother songs below.

Sister Brother song list curated by Matthew Campbell
Last Updated: Jannuary 4, 2021

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SongAmazon Link
Alexi Murdoch
Orange Sky
2002, Folk
Avicii
Hey Brother
2013, Dance
Barbara Streisand
Memory
1981, Broadway
Barenaked Ladies
My Big Sister
2008, Rock
Beatles
In My Life
1965, Rock
Ben E King
Stand By Me
1961, Soul
Beta Radio
Brother, Sister
2011, Folk
Bill Withers
Lean On Me
1972, Soul
Billy Idol
White Wedding
1982, Rock
Bob Dylan
Oh, Sister
1976, Rock
Brand New Heavies
Brother Sister
1994, R&B
Brandy
Best Friend
1995, R&B
Bruno Mars
Count On Me
2011, Pop
Carrie Underwood
Whenever You Remember
2005, Country
Coldplay
Brothers & Sisters
1999, Rock
Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds
Sister
2010, Rock
Diana Ross
When We Grow Up
1973, R&B
Faith Hill
There You’ll Be
2001, Country
Fleetwood Mac
Landslide
1975, Rock
Flo Rida
All My Life
2015, Hip Hop
Hollies
He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother
1969, Rock
Howie D
Pollyanna's Shadow
2019, Children's Music
Jack Johnson
Mudfootball
2001, Folk Rock
James Taylor
You’ve Got A Friend
1971, Rock
John Legend feat. The Stephens Family
It Don’t Have to Change
2004, R&B
Juliana Hatfield Three
My Sister
1993, Rock
Keith Whitley and Earl Thomas Connally
Brotherly Love
1991, Country
Kenny Rogers
Through The Years
1981, Country
Kermit the Frog
Rainbow Connection
1979, Vocal
Kinks
Come Dancing
1982, Pop
Kodaline
Brother
2017, Indie
Lady Antebellum
American Honey
2010, Country
Lee Ann Womack
I Hope You Dance
2000, Country
Louis Armstrong
What A Wonderful World
1967, Pop
Lydia Luce
Love You True (String Sessions)
2020, Pop
Marc Cohn
Perfect Love
1991, Pop
Mariah Carey
Hero
1993, Pop
Marvin Gaye
What's Happening Brother
1971, R&B
Miley Cyrus and Billy Ray Cyrus
I Learned From You
2006, Country Pop
Molly Kate Kestner
Footprints
2017, Pop
Nat King Cole
I Wish You Love
1966, Jazz
Nat King Cole
Unforgettable
1952, Jazz
Night Ranger
Sister Christian
1983, Rock
Nixons
Sister
1995, Rock
Partridge Family
Come On Get Happy
1970s, Pop
Phil Collins
You’ll Be In My Heart
1999, Rock
Phineas and Ferb
Little Brothers
2009, Pop
Prince
Sister
1980, R&B
Queen
You’re My Best Friend
1976, Rock
Rachel Platten
Better Place
2015, Pop
Randy Newman
You’ve Got A Friend in Me
1996, Country
Rascal Flatts
My Wish
2006, Country
Red Jumpsuit Apparatus
Your Guardian Angel
2007, Rock
Rob Finlay
Sister to a Brother
2011, Folk
Rod Stewart
Have I Told You Lately
1993, Rock
Rolling Stones
Dance Little Sister
1974, Rock
Suzanne Vega
Brother Mine
2012, Pop
Terence Trent D’Arby
Dance Little Sister
1987, Pop
Tom Petty
Wildflowers
1994, Rock
Twin Atlantic
Brothers and Sisters
2014, Rock
White Stripes
We Are Going to Be Friends
2001, Rock
Whitney Houston & CeCe Winans
Count On Me
1996, R&B

Here is a song that was sung by a sister to her brother at his wedding:

As a bonus, here is a Sangeet brother-sister song:


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53 responses to “60 Best Sister-Brother Songs for Weddings”

  1. Avatar Victoria Ramirez says:
    February 11, 2021 at 9:33 am

    So my mother passed away a couple months ago & my brother is getting married soon. I have the honor of representing our mother & I will be dancing with him in place of her. I am having trouble finding the perfect song for this moment.

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      February 12, 2021 at 8:47 am

      Hi Victoria. Finding the perfect song without knowing you is an impossible task. That being said, I would first suggest selecting a song that has special meaning to you and your brother. Don’t worry about whether the song is fast or slow. Just make the moment what it should be – a special celebration between you. Next, you have to decide if you want a touching slow song or want to keep the mood light with a fun song. While I am not going to select a specific song, first think of your relationship with your brother and how you want to celebrate your love for each other, and if you wish to honor your Mom at the same time.

      Reply
  2. Avatar rerebecca says:
    April 2, 2020 at 4:55 am

    hi. my brother is turning 30 and i wanted to know what would be a beautiful song to sing for him from a sister to my brother. he n i and very close. please help. thanks

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      April 2, 2020 at 2:44 pm

      Hi Rebecca. First and foremost, pick a song that already means something between you. Was there a special song that highlights your past life moments? If not, check out Phil Collins – You’ll Be In My Heart.

      Reply
  3. Avatar Shikha says:
    October 10, 2019 at 11:54 pm

    I want to sing a song for my brother. I love him so much for me he is a God gifted person. What about Kodaline ‘BROTHER’? Please help me to choose a song for him. Oh, there is a information I want to tell you that my brother is a marine engineer.

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      October 11, 2019 at 10:10 am

      Hi Shikha, we have a big list of sister brother songs but Kodaline’s is one of my favorites!

      Reply
  4. Avatar Alona says:
    May 24, 2019 at 8:44 pm

    Hi I’m having a sweet 16 and I’m supposed to dance with my brother. I just don’t know what’s song would be great, growing up was difficult cause we would fight a lot but always still close. He was always my father figure because my dad wasn’t around and I look up to him, anyway I’m just confused on what song would be a good fit. We’re supposed to do like a waltz dance.

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      May 24, 2019 at 9:49 pm

      Hi Alona. First, I would suggest a song that means something to you and your brother. It does not have to be a waltz song. A song that means something to you both is more than trying to dance the perfect waltz. Check out Thank You – Bon Jovi if you must do the waltz.

      Reply
  5. Avatar Chelsea says:
    February 8, 2018 at 4:04 am

    Hi my sister is getting married and she wants me to sing. Since im only 14, do you have a any song suggestion that doesnt involve like too intimate lyrics or if they do can they be in third person? Thanks

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      February 9, 2018 at 3:31 pm

      Hi Chelsea, I would suggest finding a song that means a lot to your sister and fiance. This way it will mean that much more to everyone.

      Reply
  6. Avatar Jason says:
    October 13, 2017 at 10:51 am

    Hi my name is Jason. My sister is getting married in August 2018. She wants me and my brother to sing at her wedding. I want to sing something old and something new. Any idea would be great to do. (Like Florida Georgia Line future Backstreet Boys)

    Reply
    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      October 13, 2017 at 9:46 pm

      Hi Jason. Thanks for your question. What about any of the Sister Brother songs listed? DO any of them describe your relationship with your sister?

      Reply
  7. Avatar Shawn says:
    April 4, 2017 at 6:12 pm

    Brother Sister song by Berres Hammond ? Sister getting married and she loves Berres and I love Reggae

    Reply
    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      April 4, 2017 at 8:38 pm

      Hi Shawn. Thanks for the suggestion. We know Beres Hammond but not familiar with your exact song you like. Please let us know if you are able to find a reference to the song online. Thanks!

      Reply
  8. Avatar rae karellana says:
    October 4, 2016 at 3:16 am

    Hi my sister ‘s wedding would be next week and I have to sing a song . Any suggestions would be great.

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      October 4, 2016 at 9:27 am

      Hi Rae. My Wish by Rascal Flatts is popular. You should also check out our list of Indie songs.

      Reply
  9. Avatar Lucy says:
    August 12, 2016 at 8:21 am

    Hi does anyone have a suggestion for a song .my brother is getting married in oct and he ask me to pick a song .our mother passed away when he was only 9 so I raised him .I had picked a rascal flatts song but the bride’s mother chose the same song so I have to look for another song any suggestions would be greatly appreciated thank you so much

    Reply
    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      August 15, 2016 at 9:59 pm

      Hi Lucy. Since your previous song was Country, what about Whenever You Remember by Carrie Underwood.

      Reply
  10. Avatar Samantha says:
    August 5, 2016 at 7:04 am

    Hi was wondering if you could help me. My dad died last year and I’m getting married next year. My brother is walking me down the aisle and instead if father daughter dance my brother and I are going to dance. What sing could you recommend? Thank you.

    Reply
    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      August 5, 2016 at 8:46 pm

      Hi Samantha. Listen to Sister by Dave Matthews Band, Lean On Me – Bill Withers, and Brothers & Sisters – Coldplay.

      Reply
  11. Avatar saakshi says:
    March 9, 2016 at 2:32 am

    i want to sing a song for my brother as a memory reminder to him

    Reply
    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      March 9, 2016 at 1:12 pm

      Hi Saakshi. I like that you want to sing to your brother. It may be a good idea to pick a song that talks about the love between a couple instead of a song just between you and him.

      Reply
  12. Avatar Kirsten says:
    February 12, 2016 at 11:38 am

    Hello, I’m getting married and my older brother would like to sing at the wedding. He is walking me down the aisle and our dance will be to my wish by Rascal Flatts. Is there a song you have in mind he could sing to me and my new husband?

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      February 12, 2016 at 7:45 pm

      Hi Kirsten. It would help to know if you were thinking during the ceremony or at the reception. If at the ceremony, take a look at our unity candle songs as many would be great that talk about sharing your love together.

      Reply
  13. Avatar Sophia says:
    January 27, 2016 at 2:15 pm

    Hi, I’m having my Quinceanera in three days and I need a brother and sister song to dance with my brother to. We have a tough life but we’ve always stuck through it and stayed together. He’s always been my role model, being how I never really had a dad, he was my father-figure. Please help!

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      January 27, 2016 at 10:50 pm

      Hi Sophia. We always suggest selecting a song that has special meaning between both of you first – whether or not you think it is appropriate as both of you will get the meaning. Otherwise, You’ve Got A Friend In Me by Randy Newman (Toy Story) is a favorite of ours.

      Reply
  14. Avatar Mattie says:
    December 27, 2015 at 6:29 pm

    Hi I have a little sister and she wants to sing a song at my brothers wedding. I have no idea can you help me find a song for her

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      January 12, 2016 at 9:20 pm

      Hi Mattie. Without knowing how old your “little sister” is, a suggestion may be a love song from a popular animated movie or even the love song from Princess Bride – Mark Knopfler – Storybook Love.

      Reply
  15. Avatar Veronica says:
    October 14, 2015 at 10:27 pm

    Hi I’m looking for a song that my brother and I can dance to at my reception. We’ve had a pretty rough relationship growing up but are now rekindling our bond. He will be our minister for the wedding and is really trying his hardest to help up out and be there for me. Not really sure what song to choose since we’ve had a rocky relationship for so long. Please help! Oh and he will be dancing with me due to our dad not being there and we don’t talk to him. I want to surprise him with the dance.

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      October 15, 2015 at 6:58 pm

      Hi Veronica. We would recommend James Taylor – You’ve Got A Friend or Randy Newman – You’ve Got A Friend In Me. Good Luck and congrats!

      Reply
  16. Avatar pankaj says:
    October 14, 2015 at 8:23 pm

    I need a song were i tell my elder sister how much i care & lov for herher…??can u help me plz

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      January 12, 2016 at 9:32 pm

      Hi Pankaj. Many songs above are good. What about You’ve Got a Friend – James Taylor?

      Reply
  17. Avatar MommaWells says:
    October 10, 2015 at 6:31 pm

    Wind beneath my wings sounds nice, but what about when you get to the part about being cold in my shadow, never have sunlight on your face…. Eek!? Not a good choice, IMO

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      January 12, 2016 at 9:39 pm

      Hi MommaWells. Thanks for your opinion. We will reevaluate if we should keep it on the list.

      Reply
  18. Avatar Maggie says:
    September 6, 2015 at 1:09 pm

    I am getting married and I want my big lol brother to walk me down and give me away and I need a song any ideas?

    Reply
    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      September 6, 2015 at 8:25 pm

      Hi Maggie. The list above make great sister brother songs to walk you down the isle.

      Reply
  19. Avatar angelica says:
    September 5, 2015 at 2:39 am

    Hi getting married need a sister and brother song I want an upbeat song 2015. Any suggestions?

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      September 6, 2015 at 8:23 pm

      Hi Angelica. I would suggest a song that is special between both of you first. Do you already have a special song that has special meaning between you that us upbeat?

      Reply
  20. Avatar Kaylee says:
    August 21, 2015 at 11:44 am

    My brother is getting married and I am the maid of honor, I wanted to find a song I can dance to with the groom/brother.

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      August 21, 2015 at 3:18 pm

      Hi Kaylee! The list above is perfect for you and your brother to dance to at his wedding.

      Reply
  21. Avatar Breanna says:
    August 4, 2015 at 2:21 pm

    I need a song about a older brother and younger sister bond!!!! I don’t really want an OLD song. We used to be close and I used to be able to tell him EVERYTHING…. We’ve been fighting a lot lately and I wanted to sing him this song at his 20th birthday in two day! I’m 14 and my brother is 20!!! Any ideas!!!

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  22. Avatar Keli says:
    July 21, 2015 at 4:19 pm

    My brother passed away recently. He was my best friend, my other half, the person I love most in the world. I have been planning a brother sister dance with him for my wedding since I was a little girl. I was more excited about my brother sister dance than my father daughter dance honestly. Now I don’t know what to do. Somehow, I would like to make a tribute to him at my wedding. Any suggestions would be great.

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      July 21, 2015 at 7:45 pm

      Hi Keli. First, sorry for your loss. If there is any special song that you had between you and your brother would be my first recommendation. I remember a father daughter dance song as You Can Call Me Al by Paul Simon because it was a special song between them as they “got it”. So, no matter what song was a special song between you would be the song I would recommend. Lastly, I would pick a song that represents the happy times, just as your wedding day. A suggestion could be The Greatest by Kenny Rogers – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-K3DI07Ibb4.

      Reply
  23. Avatar Kittu says:
    July 2, 2015 at 1:25 pm

    Hi. Im looking for a song from a 10 year old brother to his 12 year old sister who he lost. At her birthday. I know its not marriage but im wondering. Thanks for helping.

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      July 14, 2015 at 10:36 pm

      Hi Kittu. First, I would start with our Memorial Songs. Second, I would recommend Michael Jackson – Gone Too Soon.

      Reply
  24. Avatar Bonnie says:
    July 1, 2015 at 5:16 am

    Thank you very much means a lot to me

    Reply
  25. Avatar Emily says:
    June 30, 2015 at 2:16 pm

    Hi, My brother is 13 and half years older than me and I’m only 10. I need an upbeat brother sister song and I was wondering if Count Me In by Dove Cameron was an appropriate song to sing to my big brother at his wedding. Thank s for the help.

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      July 14, 2015 at 10:41 pm

      Hi Emily, Count Me In is a great love song. If you are dedicating the song to the bridal couple it would be great.

      Reply
  26. Avatar Bonnie says:
    June 27, 2015 at 7:39 am

    My brother is getting married and I would like to dedicate a song for him and his wife since I can’t be there. Thank you

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    • Avatar Kim says:
      June 28, 2015 at 9:39 pm

      I’m in the same boat, that’s what I need x

      Reply
    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      June 28, 2015 at 10:11 pm

      Hi Bonnie and Kim. A good dedication song would be I Hope You Dance by Lee Ann Womack. Another is Perfect Love by Marc Cohn. Two suggestions to get you on your way.

      Reply
  27. Avatar Jessica Ruiz says:
    June 21, 2015 at 2:02 pm

    Looking for a sister brother song. I’m getting married in July. My brother is taking the place of my father. Need song suggestions please

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    • Avatar Matthew Campbell says:
      June 21, 2015 at 5:07 pm

      Hi Jessica, first I would suggest a special song that meant lots to you and your Dad as a special dedication. Next, I would select a song that means lots between you and your brother. Lastly, take a look at the song list above as songs like There You’ll by Faith Hill is great too.

      Reply

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