Pete Doherty has spoken about his difficult break-up with supermodel Kate Moss.
The Babyshambles singer, 29, who was released from jail in May after serving time for drug-related offences, told Loaded magazine: "We haven't spoken since we broke up. When you split-up with someone, someone that you're seriously in love with, it takes a lot of time before you even realise that you're upset. You know? It just hits you.
"I think this next album's going to be a purge, a cleaning of the soul. I hope so. Put it in for valeting, get all the grime out. Anyone can feel amazing if you're with someone you love. There are moments in your life (when) you're genuinely happy and content."
On his life since the break-up, Doherty added: "I haven't shacked up with anyone since. I haven't shared my life with anyone."
Doherty also denied that he was a bad example for young fans.
He said: "I can't see why people call me a bad influence. I meet a lot of kids who are into music. I spend as much time as I can with them. I listen to their demos and I'm encouraging.
"No-one's ever asked me for a drug dealer's number. It's music, music, music. That's my influence."
