Get purchased music back?

A few weeks ago my computer completely crashed before I was able to back up some of the new songs I purchased from the Music Store. Recently I want to re-purchase some of the songs but I get a message saying I already purchased these songs and do I want to purchase it again...so I am wondering...is there a way to get my purchased songs back in my library without buying them again? Thanks.
Steph

Unfortunately, if you do not have backed up copies of your purchased music, you will need to buy them again.

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