(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Nicole Scherzinger says having a soulful connection with a partner is more important than sex.

The 32-year-old songstress is well known for performing with raunchy R&B group the Pussycat Dolls, and since the band decided to focus on solo projects last year stunning Nicole has enjoyed a string of international hits on her own.

Nicole is one of the most lusted after females in the planet, although she insists her sexual appetite isnt as powerful as her desire to connect with partners on a spiritual level. She has been happily dating British Formula One racing driver Lewis Hamilton for some years now, and says the key to their happiness is the strong bond they share.

Its important, but I think the soulful connection is most important. If you dont have that then the sex doesnt mean anything, she replied, when more! magazine asked her how important she considers lovemaking to be.

Nicole and Lewis are frequently kept apart due to work commitments. The songstress admits that can put a strain on their relationship, although modern technology enables the lovebirds to keep in touch.

We just do our best by sending lots of emails and Skyping, she added. (C) Cover Media