Deleting Song Files in iTunes 12

I used to be able to right-click a song and delete it from my library. I can't seem to do this anymore. Has this been dialled for a reason? Is there still a method to delete files via iTunes? I can go to the file in finder and delete it but it stays in my iTunes list and throws an error message when it tries to play it.

If you use the keyboard combination OPTION + DELETE the song will be taken off iTunes, and then you will have the option to also remove it from the hard drive - which will delete it permanently.
When you look into your trash afterwards, you will see the deleted songs there.

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    It sounds like you want to know how to dele songs and ringtones from iTunes. Take a look at the article linked below, it’ll walk you through the process of deleting content from iTunes.
    Delete songs, playlists, or other items - iTunes Help
    If you have iTunes Match enabled, take a look at this article which will walk you through the process of deleting songs from iCloud.
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    Can I delete songs from my iTunes account?

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    I cant add or delete songs on my itunes i need help!!

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