My ipod touch 5 does not sync to itunes and does not let me add music to my ipod

when i connect my ipod to my computer it doesn't let me sync or add music. i tried connecting it to a different computer but it still doesn''t work. when i connect any other devices like my phone and ipad it syncs and adds music but it doesn't work for my ipod. when i go into my ipod and into on this ipod there is no button on the top right hand corner that lets you add music and when i drag music into my ipod it doesn't add.

Hi Catherine,
Welcome to Apple Support Communities!
There are several ways to get music on your iPod, you'll have to enable the Manually manage music and videos to drag and drop. The article below provides more information and will walk you through the process.
Managing content manually on iPhone, iPad, and iPod
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1535
-Jason

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