This computer is not authorized to play a song.

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This computer is not authorized to play a song.

I just purchased an album on iTunes and have tried to play it. Three of the songs will not play. I keep the the message, "This computer is not authorized to play (song). Would you like to authorize it?"

I enter my Apple ID and password to authroize it. Then I get this message, "This computer had previously been authorized. It has been re-authorized. Including thisone, you have authorized 3 computers out of you available 6."

Still can't play the song. Get the same initial message. What the ****?

Posted on Nov 15, 2020 10:47 AM

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turingtest2

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Nov 15, 2020 11:41 AM in response to robinfromrichardson

Repeated requests to authorize an already authorized computer for recent store downloads typically indicates you have corrupt or incomplete copies. Delete the tracks that won't play from your library without hiding from your purchase history. Redownload using the cloud links that should remain, or close iTunes and reopen if they don't show up straight away. While downloading click the activity widget and turn off the option that allows for simultaneous downloads.

If that hasn't helped see If iTunes prompts you to authorize your computer when you try to play iTunes Store purchases - Apple Support.

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