Hi ashleymmetric,
Welcome to the Apple Community.
Wondering which iPhone, iOS, and AirPods generation you are using.
Apple support have some articles online (links below) that may help.
If your AirPods won't connect:
If you can't connect to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch :
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207974
Connect your AirPods and AirPods Pro to your iPhone
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207010
Learn what to do if your left or right AirPod won't play audio:
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT209581
Or
Change the settings of your AirPods and AirPods Pro
https://support.apple.com/en-au/HT207009
If you need more help:
Try:
AirPods Support
Find all the topics, resources, and contact options you need for your AirPods....
https://support.apple.com/airpods
Or
AirPods Service and Repair
https://support.apple.com/airpods/repair/service
Hope something here helps you troubleshoot :)