Katy Perry: Russell Brand Wanted Me to Have Children as a Way of Control

Sing opens up about her failed marriage

By Brett Malec Dec 10, 2013 7:01 PMTags
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Katy Perry's Marie Claire revelations continue.

In her brand-new interview with the mag, the 29-year-old singer is opening up about her failed marriage to ex-hubby Russell Brand.

"[Brand] really wanted me to have children, and I knew I wasn't ready," the "Unconditionally" crooner revealed. "I think it was a way of control. I think it was part of, if I have a kid, then I would have to sacrifice—I'd have to be at home more. I really wanted to, but I knew I wasn't ready for it. It wasn't like, 'Hey, let's have a kid because we're in love.'"

As for starting a family, Perry did say, "I'm definitely not there yet, and I can't plan that far in advance. When I decide to have a family, I'll just want to be Mom for a little bit."

Family aside, Perry did gush about how happy she is with her current relationship with boyfriend John Mayer.

"He's just a fantastic partner," she said. "I've been a fan of his for such a long time. He's got a brilliant, brilliant mind...It's a rad, mature relationship."