{blackbabes} Rihanna: Fame makes dating difficult

Rihanna has blamed fame for her current single status as she's convinced men are reluctant to date a woman in the public eye.

The pop star has been without a boyfriend since splitting from baseball star Matt Kemp late last year, and she's convinced potential suitors are put off because they feel intimidated by her high profile.

She tells radio host Ryan Seacrest, "Not to sound crazy, but yes (I think men feel intimidated). And I think that's very difficult because it's a lot for them to handle, especially being in the public eye. It can be difficult. It can be tricky."

But Rihanna remains hopeful she will one day find the perfect man, adding, "There's gonna be someone who is not intimidated or not afraid to put me in my place."