Hello BarbCerv,
If you need to accept the terms and conditions to start playing music, then go ahead and do that.
If you're having a problem accepting the terms and conditions, try restarting the HomePod.
If that doesn't help, reset the HomePod instead:
Remove HomePod or HomePod mini from the Home app
1. Open the Home app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac that's signed in with the Apple ID that you used to set up HomePod.
2. Tap or click HomePod.
3. Select the Settings icon
or scroll down to HomePod settings.
4. Select Reset HomePod.
5. Select Remove Accessory.
Reset HomePod or HomePod mini
1. Unplug HomePod or unplug the power adapter for HomePod mini. Wait 10 seconds, then plug HomePod back in.
2. Wait 10 seconds, then touch your finger to the top of HomePod and hold it there.
3. The white spinning light will turn red. Keep your finger down.
4. Siri will say that your HomePod is about to reset. When you hear three beeps, you can lift your finger.
Reset HomePod or HomePod mini
If you're still unable to accept the terms and conditions after that, you'll want to contact Apple to report the issue: Get Support
Cheers!