my ipod is stuck on activation lock and it wont let me go to settings

Did you buy this iPod new? If so, see:

How to remove Activation Lock https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201441

If you got it from someone else, there is no way to remove the lock without the original ID and password with which it was set up.

See: Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201365