Morgan Evans.Photo: Nancy Kruh
Morgan Evansis getting candid about heartbreak.
He also discussed how writing his confessional song “Over for You” — which contains emotional lyrics such as “How many times did you say you loved me/When it wasn’t true?” — helped him process his emotions surrounding his high-profile breakup.
“It felt good to do that,” Evans said. “Just be honest, and not try to cover things up.”
“Having gone through a situation like that, seeing that it helps other people going through situations like that, yeah, it’s really a big deal,” he added, noting that he believes that “vulnerability and personal writing is actually the thing that most widely relates to people.”
After nearly five years of marriage, Ballerinifiled for divorcefrom Evans last August. She addressed the split on her Instagram Stories, writing: “This deeply difficult decision is the result of a journey of love, growth, and effort that ultimately has come to an end.”
“It’s hard to find the words here…but I feel extremely grateful for the years of marriage to Morgan and hopeful for the next seasons.”
Evans also gave his own statement, writing on Instagram, “I am very sad to confirm that after almost five years of marriage, Kelsea and I are parting ways. I wish it were otherwise but sadly it is not.”
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A source told PEOPLE at the time: “They’ve been working on their marriage for a very long time. Prior to this they had separated privately once before and have been in therapy for several years. They gave it their best go but unfortunately arrived at the decision to formally separate.”
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Since the split, Ballerini has been rumored to have been datingOuter BanksstarChase Stokes, who shared a photo of thetwo cuddling upon his Instagram at theGeorgia vs. TCU game at SoFi Stadiumin Inglewood, California.
As for Evans, he is currently touring behind his latest releaseThe Country and the Coast: Side Ain Europe.
source: people.com
