Itunes recognises my ipod but will not add new songs to it.

Hi guys,
I have 4th generation ipod (u2 special edition) that has given me no problems since i bought it 2004, its in perfect condition. Today i just went to add some new songs to it from itunes and it will not add them at all... my computer and itunes recognises the ipod as normal and syncs it, but does not add the new songs.....any idea why this is? I havn't changed any setting at all so im at a complete loss!!
Many Thanks in advance,
Lou

Can anyone please shed some light on this, i really cant afford a new ipod right now! thanks!

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