Caption Katy Perry and John Mayer attend the 55th Annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center on February 10, 2013 in Los AngelesJohn Mayer used to dish on his exes – how could anyone forget the rocker referring to Jessica Simpson as “sexual napalm” – but when it comes to Katy Perry, John is singing a different tune.The 35-year-old sat down with Ellen DeGeneres for an interview airing today, where she consoled him about his recent split from Katy Perry – their second breakup in less than a year.“I just want to say, I love you and my thoughts are with you,” Ellen, who referred to seeing John with Katy at the Grammy Awards this year, said.PHOTOS: Stars Who Split In 2013“It was a very private relationship going in,” he said of his romance with “The One That Got Away” singer.“It was a private relationship during, and it’s a private relationship still,” John continued. “I can understand asking the question based on some previous answers I have given, but I have finally learned how to put the wall between one thing and the other.” Adding, “I’m on the same journey as everyone else. Coupling is a tricky thing.”PHOTOS: Hot Shots Of Katy Perry John might not have the girl, but he’s got his music. The singer is set to kick off his first tour in three years on July 6 in Milwaukee.-- Jesse SperoCopyright 2013 by NBC Universal, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
