Iphone 4s and Ipod touch - Download error, tap to retry.  Why is this happening?

Hi
I have a problem when I am trying to download music onto my iphone 4S.  It sometimes says download error, tap to retry.  Sometimes when i try later in the day it works. My friend also has the same problem with her ipod touch, but hers wont download at all.  Both are up to date with software etc.  Can anyone help?
Thanks

Usually when you don't have enough space, your iPad will tell you that.  To be sure, go to Settings > About and see how much space you have left.  If you have more than 5 GB, you likely have enough space.
I'd try rebooting your iPad and see if that solves the problem.  Press and hold BITH the power and home buttons at the SAME time until you see the Apple Logo, then let go of BOTH buttons and your iPad will restart.

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