"Sister Golden Hair" is a popular song written by Gerry
Beckley and recorded by the band America for their fifth album
Hearts(1975). It was their second single to reach number
one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100, remaining in the top
position for just one week.
The song, while immensely popular, was criticized in
conservative circles as a plea for common law marriage and
living in sin.
As the second number one single from the group America, this
song cemented their popularity and the song continues to turn
up on oldies programs, and is a popular request.