When you buy music from iTunes, Apple ensures that you have access to your purchases from any device at any time via iCloud. Music that you ripped yourself is another story. Apple doesn’t offer the option to put your own songs on iCloud. However, you can transfer them to your computer using the iTunes app and your iPad’s USB cable. Any song files that are recognized by iTunes will be recognized by the iPad, including MP3s and CD rips. Tips Writer Bio
