Normal for a first date?

I just went on a first date. I really liked the guy and we had a lot in common. But it was so awkward. I figured it was just first date jitters for both of us. The conversation was just not happening. He ended the date by saying it just wasn't working. I understand but like, it's a first date, it's going to be awkward? I'm definitely not interested in him anymore and that's definitely mutual. Just wondering if the tense awkwardness is normal for first date. I don't have much to compare it to.