My iPod shuffle says it has 9 songs on it , but it will only play two of them. What is the problem and what do I do to hear the other songs

My iPod shuffle says that there are 9 songs on it, but it will only play two of them. What is the problem and how can this be fixed?

Does the iPod connect to other networks?
Does the iPod see the network?
Any error messages?
Do other devices now connect?
Did the iPod connect before?
Try the following to rule out a software problem:
- Reset the iOS device. Nothing will be lost
Reset iOS device: Hold down the On/Off button and the Home button at the same time for at
least ten seconds, until the Apple logo appears.
- Power off and then back on the router
- Reset network settings: Settings>General>Reset>Reset Network Settings
- iOS: Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections
- iOS: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points
- Restore from backup. See:
iOS: How to back up
- Restore to factory settings/new iOS device.
If still problem make an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store since it appears you have a hardware problem.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

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Next, plug the Apple TV into your computer with a micro-usb cable (most phones today use these) and start up Itunes. It should detect the Apple TV in recovery.
After that, hold down Option on Apple or Alt on Windows and click Restore. This should open a window that allows you to select the software update you want to apply. Select the one you downloaded earlier.
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Do the Hard Reset
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The resource below will provide some initial troubleshooting for the issue you are having uploading songs and artwork to iTunes Match.
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My iPod shuffle says it has 9 songs on it , but it will only play two of them. What is the problem and what do I do to hear the other songs

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