Is it normal to have an awkward aquaintance for no particular reason?

You confront this awkwardness!!!!

Cause baby let me tell you, it will go nowhere.

Maybe next time while you're talking to him, you can pass gas really loud... Either he will run, or things will get less awkward. Ok don't do that.

After a while of having repetitive meetings, I think it will be safe for you two to nod at each other from afar. It doesn't hurt... and who knows, one day you might need some help from him. :> Always try your odds.