why I am I not authorized on my new computer to play music I purchased prior

I have followed all prompts on iTunes with no resolution

iMac 27″, macOS 14.1

Posted on Dec 2, 2023 4:16 PM

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Niel

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Dec 2, 2023 4:20 PM in response to Runningbear777

The files are corrupt. Delete and redownload the songs which won't play; if you get told that you'll be charged again, click here and ask the iTunes Store staff for assistance.

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