Brother Songs: Brotherly Bonds Celebrating Brotherhood at Weddings

Brothers are commonly left out at weddings in themed songs.

We have you covered — as always with a list of songs about brothers.

New Songs For Brothers

1. “My Brother” by Sam Tompkins (R&B – 2022)
2. “Brother” by Home Free (Country – 2022)
3. “Brother” by Isaiah Paul (Folk – 2022)
4. “range brothers” by Baby Keem & Kendrick Lamar (Hip Hop – 2021)
5. “My Little Brother” by Art Brut (Alternative – 2020)

Trending Brother Songs

1. “Brother” by Kodaline (Alternative – 2018)
2. “Blood Brothers” by Papa Roach (Rock – 2000)
3. “He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother” by The Hollies (Rock – 1969)
4. “Brothers” by LOCASH (Country – 2019)
5. “Brother” by NEEDTOBREATHE (Rock – 2014)
6. “Little Brother” by Hootie & the Blowfish (Pop – 2003)
7. “Blood Brothers” by Luke Bryan (Country – 2013)

Below you will find our favorite brother songs that can be used to celebrate a groom and his brother(s).

We’ve talked to wedding couples through social groups and analyzed hundreds of wedding DJs’ playlists across the U.S. that provide reception music.

We selected a list just for you of the most popular and unique brother songs for your reception.

Every groom’s music tastes are different.

Thus, we selected brother songs that include many different genres.

Rock Tracks for Special Bond

The Suburbs – Arcade Fire

Released in 2010, Genre: Rock

A song about enjoying being a kid growing up in the suburbs before life gets complicated.

Lyrics to Know:

If I could have it back
All the time that we wasted
I’d only waste it again

Blood Brothers – Papa Roach

Released in 2000, Genre: Rock

A song about how brothers always have each other’s back no matter how difficult life is trying to survive.

Lyrics to Know:

Survival of the fittest what it is
I got your back, you got my back, and that’s the biz’

Blood Brothers – Bruce Springsteen

Released in 1996, Genre: Rock

A song about how the everyday grind of daily life when you are older makes you forget the carefree life as a child playing with a special friend.

Lyrics to Know:

And it’s a ride, ride, ride, and there ain’t much cover
With no one running by your side my blood brother

Brother – Alice In Chains

Released in 1996, Genre: Rock

A song about brothers not having a close relationship but one does keep an eye on his brother from afar.

Lyrics to Know:

Not afraid to paint my sky
With some who say I’ve lost my mind
Brother try and hope to find

My Brother – Justin Hayward & John Lodge

Released in 1987, Genre: Rock

A song about brothers getting older and wanting to spend time together but one brother is caught up in his own life and his brother wants him to come to visit before time runs out.

Lyrics to Know:

My brother, if you could take a little time to slow down
It’s more your style

Brothers in Arms – Dire Straits

Released in 1985, Genre: Rock

A song about the distaste for what war is – brothers fighting brothers.

Lyrics to Know:

Some day you’ll return to
Your valleys and your farms
And you’ll no longer burn
To be brothers in arms

Boys Are Back In Town – Thin Lizzy

Released in 1976, Genre: Rock

A song about the boys coming back home and this it’s time to party and have a good time.

Lyrics to Know:

Won’t be long ’til summer comes
Now that the boys are here again
The boys are back in town

Brother Louie – The Stories

Released in 1973, Genre: Rock

Even though the song title mentions the word brother, it is about an interracial love affair and telling his parent of it.

Lyrics to Know:

Louie nearly caused a scene
Wishin’ it was a dream
Ain’t no difference if you’re black or white
Brothers, you know what I mean

The Bewlay Brothers – David Bowie

Released in 1971, Genre: Rock

The song is about living with a brother with multiple personalities.

Lyrics to Know:

Sighing, the swirl through the streets
Like the crust of the sun
The Bewlay Brothers

Hey Big Brother – Rare Earth

Released in 1971, Genre: Rock

A song about big brother representing the government and having to get the people to join together to make it through troubled times.

Lyrics to Know:

Hey big brother, as soon as you arrive
You better, get in touch with the people, big brother
And get them on your side

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Popular Pop Tunes

Brothers in Arms – DAGames

Released in 2018, Genre: Pop

A song about trying to survive a war with your brothers in arms.

Lyrics to Know:

Brothers in arms they will run
They color up the rainbow that bangs on the drums
The fable will prevail as our heroes travel far

Little Brother – Hootie & the Blowfish

Released in 2003, Genre: Pop

A song describing a little brother who is not going out and trying to obtain his dreams but is only just living.

Lyrics to Know:

Little brother, a ship can’t sail without the water
The world could be yours if you want her

MMMBop – Hanson

Released in 1997, Genre: Pop

A song about living your life to the fullest as it goes by really fast. The song is also on here because the band is made up of 3 brothers.

Lyrics to Know:

You have so many relationships in this life
Only one or two will last
You go through all the pain and strife
Then you turn your back and they’re gone so fast

Song for My Brother – Carlos Santana

Released in 1980, Genre: Pop

The song is a dedication to a brother and having a feeling of being lost without having him close.

(Instrumental)

The Greatest Discovery – Elton John

Released in 1970, Genre: Pop

A song about a boy being introduced to his new baby brother.

Lyrics to Know:

Until you grew much older
Did not compare with when they said
This is your brand new brother

He Ain’t Heavy He’s My Brother – Neil Diamond

Released in 1970, Genre: Pop

The song was first made famous by The Hollies. A song about how life is long and has many bumps but no matter what you will be there for your brother for support.

Lyrics to Know:

And the load
Doesn’t weigh me down at all
He ain’t heavy, he’s my brother
He ain’t heavy, he’s my brother

He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother – The Hollies

Released in 1969, Genre: Pop

A song about how life is long and has many bumps but no matter what you will be there for your brother for support.

Lyrics to Know:

So on we go
His welfare is of my concern
No burden is he to bear
We’ll get there

Amen Brother – The Winstons

Released in 1969, Genre: Pop

An upbeat instrumental remake of Jester Hairston’s gospel song “Amen”.

(Instrumental)

Brother Love’s Traveling Salvation Show – Neil Diamond

Released in 1969, Genre: Pop

The song speaks of a traveling preacher and how he speaks of taking care of each other – known as our brothers.

Lyrics to Know:

Pack up the babies
And grab the old ladies
And everyone goes
‘Cause everyone knows
‘Bout Brother Love’s show

Best Country Hits

Brother – Home Free

Released in 2022, Genre: Country

A song about accepting your brother being your fortress and your shelter to help you through life’s challenges.

Lyrics to Know:

Brother, let me be your fortress
When the night winds are driving on
Be the one to light the way
Bring you home

Brothers – LOCASH

Released in 2019, Genre: Country

A song about brothers being there for each other from a young age through adult life and standing by each other’s side.

Lyrics to Know:

Picked me up on the side of the road
We jammed out the whole ride home
Damn, where did time go, brother?

Brother – Brett Eldredge

Released in 2017, Genre: Country

A song about always being there for your brother and picking each other up when down.

Lyrics to Know:

Fell for the same girl once or twice
And somehow made it out alive
But in the end, always there for each other
Brother, oh, brother

Blood Brothers – Luke Bryan

Released in 2013, Genre: Country

A song about brothers through friendship who are willing to take a bullet for each other until the day they die.

Lyrics to Know:

Blood brothers closer than your next of kin
Thick as thieves and the best of friends
Take a bullet for each other

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Alternative Favorites

My Little Brother – Art Brut

Released in 2020, Genre: Alternative/Indie

A song about a little brother who discovers Rock & Roll and gets out of control and his big brother worries about him.

Lyrics to Know:

My little Brother just discovered Rock & Roll
There’s a noise in his head and he’s out of control.
And yes it frustrates, let’s let him make his own mistakes

Brother – Kodaline

Released in 2018, Genre: Alternative/Indie

A song about brothers who were buds as kids but traveled different roads through life but nothing would stop them from helping each other.

Lyrics to Know:

And if you were drowned at sea
I’d give you my lungs so you could breathe
I’ve got you brother

Brother – NEEDTOBREATHE

Released in 2014, Genre: Alternative/Indie

A song about a brother chasing his dream and the other offering to be by his side for support.

Lyrics to Know:

Brother, let me be your fortress
When the night winds are driving on
Be the one to light the way
Bring you home

Brother Mine – Suzanne Vega

Released in 2012, Genre: Alternative/Indie

A song about an older sibling worried about their younger brother with the way he is acting and behaving but knowing everything will be okay with the sound of his laughter.

Lyrics to Know:

’cause I know you’re just a kid
But I can’t always tell
What’s on your mind, half of the time, brother mine

Brothers on a Hotel Bed – Death Cab For Cutie

Released in 2005, Genre: Alternative/Indie

A song about the fear that life has passed you by and that the time to chase your dreams is over.

Lyrics to Know:

‘Cause now we say goodnight
from our own separate sides
like brothers on a hotel bed

Brother – Pearl Jam

Released in 2003, Genre: Alternative/Indie

A song about a big brother tormenting his little brother and the little brother trying to stand up to him.

Lyrics to Know:

I am related to my enemy
My house on fire
And my big brother come put the blame on me

Fun Hip Hop Songs

range brothers – Baby Keem & Kendrick Lamar

Released in 2021, Genre: Hip Hop

A song from two cousins talking about a difficult upbringing, becoming famous, and the disloyalty of people around them.

Lyrics to Know:

Range brothers out the roof, we’re not the Wayans (We’re not the Wayans)
B***h, I hate to tell the truth, we’re not the same (He’s Baby Keem)
I’m with my Rover brother and we’re runnin’ game

Big Brother – Kanye West

Released in 2007, Genre: Hip Hop

The song describes the complexities of the relationship between West and Jay-Z.

Lyrics to Know:

My big brother was Big’s brother
Used to be Dame and Big’s brother
Who was hip hop brother

My Brother’s a Basehead – De La Soul

Released in 1991, Genre: Hip Hop

A song telling a story about his brother being addicted to drugs but straightened out after finding God’s word.

Lyrics to Know:

Brother, brother oh brother of mine
We used to be down as partners in crime
From our parents our name was forged
I was the Beaver, you Curious George

Misc Unique Tracks

My Brother – Sam Tompkins

Released in 2022, Genre: R&B

A song about a brother looking up to his brother as being an inspiration and being thankful for him.

Lyrics to Know:

I can tell my sister anything, and I don’t scare me
But you’re the person I’d like to be
Tenderness, you’r? my brother

Brother – Isaiah Paul

Released in 2022, Genre: Folk

A song about needing a brother to be there for spiritual help to get through the darkness.

Lyrics to Know:

Brother would you be my anchor in the crashing waves
Lift me high when I don’t stand

Hey Brother – Avicii

Released in 2013, Genre: EDM

A song about the strong bond between brothers (and brothers-sisters) and being there for each other during challenging times.

Lyrics to Know:

Hey Brother, there’s an endless road to re-discover
Hey Sister, do you still believe in love I wonder?

Brothers On The Slide – Cymande

Released in 1974, Genre: R&B

A song about working hard in life but not getting ahead.

Lyrics to Know:

Brothers on the slide
Working on the wrong side
What ya gonna do
You can’t win so you know you must lose

Me And Baby Brother – War

Released in 1973, Genre: Genre: Funk

A song about two brothers growing up and being best buddies and wanting that connection later in life.

Lyrics to Know:

Me and baby brother
Used to run together

I hope you enjoyed our list of brother songs. If you have a song not on our list, please comment on it below as we do read and respond to all comments.

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FAQs

Who are some of the most famous “Brother” music groups?

Brothers make great musicians and that is apparent when you listen to Van Halen, The Everly Brothers, and The Allman Brothers Band.

• AC/DC (Malcolm and Angus Young)
  • Thunderstruck, Back In Black, You Shook Me All Night Long
• Allman Brothers Band (Gregg and Duane Allman)
  • Ramblin’ Man, Midnight Rider, Jessica
• Avett Brothers (Seth and Scott Avett)
  • Ain’t No Man, Murder in the City, I And Love And You
• The Beach Boys (Brian and Dennis Wilson)
  • Help Me, Rhonda, I Get Around, Wouldn’t It Be Nice
• Brothers Osborne (T.J. and John Osborne)
  • It Ain’t My Fault, Stay A Little Longer, Shoot Me Straight
• Everly Brothers (Phil and Don Everly)
  • All I Have to Do Is Dream, Bird Dog, Bye Bye Love
• Hanson (Taylor, Zac, and Isaac Hanson)
  • MMMBop, I Will Come To You, This Time Around
• Isley Brothers (Ronald and Ernie Isley)
  • Shout, Groove With You, Voyage to Atlantis
• Jackson 5 (Jermaine, Jackie, Tito, Marlon, Michael, and Randy)
  • ABC, Dancing Machine, I Want You Back
• Jonas Brothers (Nick, Joe, and Kevin Jonas)
  • Cool, Only Human, Sucker
• Kings of Leon (Caleb, Jared, and Nathan Followill
  • Use Somebody, Sex on Fire, Be Somebody
• Oasis (Liam and Noel Gallagher)
  • Wonderwall, Don’t Look Back In Anger, Champagne Supernova
• Rae Sremmurd (Slim Jxmmi and Swae Lee)
  • Black Beatles, Throw Sum Mo, Come Get Her
• Righteous Brothers (Bill Medley & Bucky Heard, not blood brothers)
  • You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’, Soul and Inspiration, Unchained Melody
• Van Halen (Eddie and Alex Van Halen)
  • Jump, Dance the Night Away, Love Walks In

Why would I want a brother song?

Brothers sort of getting the short stick with regard to weddings, don’t they?

They tend to be “honored” with guest-book duty or being an usher. It does seem odd to put a family member to work as a way of honoring them.

Then again, it was a tradition for the bride’s family to offer hospitality at the wedding.

Mothers and grandmothers are seated first at the wedding. Fathers give the bride away and get to dance with the bride in the spotlight at the reception.

What about brothers? Ushers? That’s it?

You can do better. You can include your brother in an honorable way at your wedding.

How do I honor my brother at my wedding?

Whether you want to involve your brother at your wedding or honor him is up to you. Honor doesn’t only apply to the deceased. You can honor the living. With the way our families are blended these days, your brother might be the person who walks you down the aisle. He may be your best man or he may be asked to be the officiant.

Our preferred way to honor someone at a wedding is, you guessed it, a special song. It can be as obvious or subtle as you like. Talk to your professional wedding planner and DJ to find what best suits you.

If your brother walks you down the aisle, maybe he can help you choose that song. Maybe your brother stands in for your father in the father-daughter dance. If you and your brother are goofballs, then you may even do a coordinated dance. Don’t forget Brother’s Day is celebrated on May 24, so if your wedding is near that date, you may want to have a plan.

What if I don’t have a brother?

Honoring a brother can be more than the full-sibling role. He can be your mentor, a family friend, a teammate, or a fellow officer in the military or police.

You can choose to have a father and son dance at our wedding to show how proud your dad is of the groom. See a list of father son wedding dance songs.

Music Sources:

• DJs’ Playlists
• Couples’ Playlists
• DJ Event Planner
• DJ Intelligence
• Amazon Best Sellers
• Billboard
• Spotify