Why wont my iphone5c activate after updating to iOS 8.1

So Basically i updated my iphone5c to iOS 8.1 i think and now after rebooting it asks me to activate it by typing in my apple id and then my password, after various attempts i manage to type everything in correctly(after changing passwords) and then my phone tells me that i cant use that apple i.d to activate my phone and that is the only apple i.d ive ever had.

Hi EthanOgunfowora,
Welcome to the Apple Support Communities!
It sounds like your iPhone is in a status called Activation Lock. Please review the attached article for information on Activation Lock.
Find My iPhone Activation Lock
Have a great day,
Joe

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