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Ruth Gitau returns with ‘nice to meet you’, an acoustic-led indie-pop single centred on the subtle shift that happens when someone starts to matter more than they should. The track focuses on recognition rather than resolution, capturing the feeling of seeing the same person everywhere and quietly enjoying their presence, even when the outcome feels already decided.
Ruth’s writing remains closely tied to her own experiences. On this release, she turns her attention to the early stages of attraction, when interest shows itself through awareness rather than action. The song reflects a moment of emotional honesty, where liking someone feels meaningful even without the promise of anything lasting. Because of that, the track feels calm and reflective rather than restless.
The arrangement stays deliberately light. Acoustic guitar carries the song, supported by gentle harmonies that sit close to the lead vocal. The production avoids unnecessary layers, allowing the melody and lyric to remain the focus throughout. This approach gives the track a sense of intimacy, as though the listener is hearing a private thought rather than a performance designed for impact.
Lyrically, ‘nice to meet you’ captures the enjoyment of being in someone’s orbit. Ruth writes about noticing small details and the comfort found in repetition, while staying aware that the connection has limits. That balance shapes the emotional tone of the song. There is warmth present, but it is grounded by acceptance rather than expectation, which keeps the track feeling honest and measured.
A growing catalogue built on clarity
The single follows Ruth’s earlier releases ‘sad sad girl’ and ‘miss me now?’, both of which helped establish her place within the indie-pop space. Across these songs, she has continued to refine a sound that blends acoustic pop with thoughtful lyricism, keeping her focus on moments that feel recognisable rather than dramatic.
Live performance has supported that development. Ruth has appeared at a range of festivals and showcase events across the UK, alongside more intimate settings that place songwriting at the centre. That experience feeds into ‘nice to meet you’, which feels shaped around connection and closeness rather than scale.
‘nice to meet you’ also reflects Ruth’s growing confidence as a writer. The song does not rush toward a climax or overstate its emotion. Instead, it trusts the listener to sit with the feeling as it unfolds. That restraint shows a clear understanding of what the song needs and, just as importantly, what it does not.
The track forms part of a wider body of work, with an EP planned for release next year. In that context, ‘nice to meet you’ feels like a considered step forward rather than a standalone statement. It highlights a softer side of Ruth’s sound while reinforcing her interest in writing songs that value clarity and emotional precision.
Review
The first thing that stands out on ‘nice to meet you’ is how little it asks of the listener. The song settles quickly into its rhythm and stays there, allowing the vocal and melody to carry the mood without interruption. That simplicity works in its favour, giving the track space to feel lived-in rather than polished for effect.
Ruth Gitau shows confidence through restraint. By letting the song remain quiet and focused, she allows its emotion to land naturally. ‘nice to meet you’ feels self-assured without trying to prove anything, which makes it one of her most convincing releases to date.
‘nice to meet you’ is out today and can be streamed on all of the usual platforms. You can follow Ruth Gitau over on Instagram.