Natalie Imbruglia's longing for her husband is the reason behind her returning to the pop scene with new album "Counting Down The Days".

According to British-based Natalie, it was love that inspired the album, which is about counting the days to visit her husband Daniel Johns, lead singer of Australian rock band Silverchair, since they live in separate countries, reported The Sun.

"A lot of the songs deal with that separation and longing for the person you love," the former "Neighbours" star said.