The 'Boyfriend' hitmaker dated the actress-singer for two years before they separated earlier this year, and he subsequently turned to music to help him cope with his heartbreak, reported Hollywood Life.
"I wrote the best music once my heart was broken. I'm good now, but it was really love. I was definitely in love... It the split affected us especially when we were in front of so many people. It's such a public thing. It's hard for the both of us. But she's a great woman and I love her to this day. I think we're gonna be the greatest of friends.