Usher: 'I'm friends with my ex-wife'

Usher has revealed that he is still good friends with his ex-wife.

The singer split from his spouse Tameka Foster in 2009 after the pair were together for two years.

He told Cosmopolitan: "We have an incredible relationship. We keep it very positive and we encourage each other.

"I think that's a matter of hurt. The more each person is hurt, the more difficult it is to find the positive. But you have to remember why you got together in the first place."

Usher admitted that their relationship became strained because of his work.

He explained: "You just have to understand and help each other. With my ex-wife there was a lot of pressure in our relationship because of my career.

"Now that's alleviated, we're friends and make smart decisions for our children."

The 32-year-old, who had 2-year-old Usher V and 23-month-old Naviyd with Foster, said that he enjoys parenthood, claiming: "I love being a dad. It makes me who I am, it gives my job purpose. What matters and what's made a difference in my life is my children. I'm enjoying every minute."