Grayed out music

I just got a new computer and all my previously purchased music on iTunes is grayed out and the cloud icon is in constant motion. How do I fix this to make the music available? Any suggestions would be helpful. Thanks!

Thanks gdmacguy,
Yes to answer your question.
As it turned out I had to check manual upload,  then I had to unplug the phone and retry it. 
Thanks.
NanettefromBrooklyn

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