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sumariman
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

Buying songs on iTunes.

Some of the songs I want to purchase (from iTunes) on albums I am looking at say "purchased" on them. I know I didn't purchase the songs, but I want to. iTunes won't let me. Why? This would be the third time I am purchasing some of these songs (first on vinyl, then on CD's), but I want them on my computer, too. This time it includes some Frank Zappa songs. Are they just not available?

Posted on Oct 21, 2026 8:28 AM

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picas
User level: Level 7 (21,779 points)

Oct 21, 2026 2:49 PM in response to sumariman

Seeing Purchased next to a track in iTunes Store normally means it's been hidden. Double check that it hasn't been:


  1. Open the Apple Music app.
  2. On a Mac, in the menu bar at the top of your computer, choose Account > Account Settings.
  3. If prompted, sign in to your Apple Account.
  4. Scroll down and look for Hidden Purchases or Hidden Items. Click Manage.

Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256380293