The former Beatles singer – whose divorce from Heather was finalized last year – has described the pain he suffered during the split.
The 66-year-old musician gave an honest account of the separation, saying: "I've been through a dark place."
Paul – who has been dating US heiress Nancy Shevell, 49, since November 2007 – explained his latest album "Electronic Arguments," recorded as part of duo The Fireman, was heavily influenced by his failed marriage.
He said: "Love and light is mentioned a lot on the album. Parts of it are dark and edgy."
"It could be because I've been through a dark place. I am a man who needs love. Every man needs love, guys like romance. I do anyway."
Heather won a $35 million divorce settlement last March and has publicly criticized Paul's behavior during their union on several occasions.
Paul – who has always remained tight-lipped about the break-up - said: "Things don't always work out but I like the idea of being dignified. I don't think it helps to mouth off all the time."
