My iPod just flashes and clicks, like it's having a seizure

Hello;
I plugged my 5G ipod into my MacBook today to update it, and nothing. The screen would not turn on, I couldn't get a response from it and cannot reset it. Now the screen is flashing in time with a clicking noise that emminates from within. It actually sounds like it's broken inside or something, but I haven't dropped it or anything. Anyone seen this before?

did you upgrade itunes?
and you say u DIDNT upgrade your ipod?

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