Apple Match songs won't download in Music app on new computer.

CaptainAlmost · 2026-09-16T16:30:00+00:00

Some, but not all, of my previously uploaded Apple Match songs won't download in the Music app on my new computer. The new computer is authorized.

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Level 9 (74,110 points)

Sep 17, 2026 4:15 AM in response to CaptainAlmost

How to Fix the Download Issue

Delete and Redownload: Delete the affected songs from your Music library (choose "Delete from Library" when prompted, but do not hide them from your purchase history). Close and reopen the Music app, then click the cloud download icon next to the song to pull a fresh copy from iCloud.
Turn Off Simultaneous Downloads: While downloading a large batch of repaired tracks, click the activity/progress widget in the Music app and turn off simultaneous downloads to prevent data corruption.
Toggle Sync Library: Go to the Music app settings, turn off Sync Library, restart your computer, and turn Sync Library back on to refresh your catalog connection.
Deauthorize and Reauthorize: Navigate to Account > Authorizations > Deauthorize This Computer, then re-authorize it using your Apple ID. If problems persist, visit the official Apple Support page to manage your computer authorizations.