The song "Nice To Know Ya" by Carlie Hanson is about a person who is reflecting on a failed relationship. The lyrics depict the protagonist's desire to be close to their ex-partner, but also their acknowledgement that things will never be the same again. In the beginning, the lyrics mention how the protagonist wants to spend the whole night with the person on their mind. They express regret about not realizing their feelings earlier and wasting their time without their ex-partner. The protagonist then recalls a moment when they were intoxicated and reached out to their ex-partner. They admit to confessing their emotions and regret the situation. The lyrics reveal that the protagonist feels hurt and compares the experience to spilling their guts, only to have their heart taken and discarded like an "asshole." Despite the pain, the protagonist acknowledges that the situation could be worse. They try to accept the reality and promise to get out of their ex-partner's way since they can never go back to how things were. In the end, the lyrics express frustration towards their ex-partner. The repeated line "Nice to know ya" seems sarcastic, suggesting that the protagonist is hurt and disappointed by the way the relationship ended. The song conveys a sense of regret and longing for what once was, ultimately resonating with the emotions of heartbreak and moving on.
