My old computer died. how do i authorize y new computer to play previously purchased songs

my old computer died. how do I authorize my new computer so I can play previously bought songs?

Hi bonniefromlafayette,
Welcome to the Apple Support Communities!
For information and instruction on how to authorize your computer using iTunes, please reference the attached article.
Authorize your computer using iTunes
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1420
Have a great day,
Joe

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