'Kill 'em with kindness': Selena Gomez teases new music 'inspired' by ex-boyfriend Justin Bieber as she's hard at work in the studio 

Selena Gomez isn't letting the haters, or ex-boyfriends, get her down.

The singer, 22, has teased new behind-the-scenes video and photographs from her upcoming album, which is believed to be inspired by her ex-boyfriend, singer Justin Bieber.

On Friday the Texan posted a photograph to Instagram of what appeared to be her feet up in the studio and captioned it, 'Kill. Em. With. Kindness.'

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Kicking back: Selena Gomez put her feet up during a break from the recording studio in this photo posted to her Instagram account on Friday

Kicking back: Selena Gomez put her feet up during a break from the recording studio in this photo posted to her Instagram account on Friday

New sound: The Texas native posted this sultry Instagram image, which appears to be art for her new album or single, or which could just be a high-quality selfie

New sound: The Texas native posted this sultry Instagram image, which appears to be art for her new album or single, or which could just be a high-quality selfie

The singer was taking a well-earned break after being hard at work in the studio on her new album.

It appears her relaxed attitude also extended to her outfit, with Gomez wearing fashionably-ripped jeans and comfy black flats as she took a moment to regroup.

The Come And Get It hitmaker also gave fans a glimpse of her relaxed recording process with a quick video clip she shared to her Instagram account on Friday.

Sneak peak: The 22-year-old hitmaker teased fans with a glimpse of her at work on her new album

Sneak peak: The 22-year-old hitmaker teased fans with a glimpse of her at work on her new album

The grainy clip captures Gomez singing into the microphone as a producer sits at a recording deck and a few friends mill around playing ping pong. 

The singer also teased a look at what may be her new single cover art, posting a sultry black-and-white shot. 

In the brooding image, Gomez sadly gazes into the near distance. 

Hinting at the name of her new single, the singer wrote '...leading you #soon.'

Gomez's serious mood comes as no surprise, as her new album is believed to be inspired by the singer's troubled relationship with bad boy Bieber.

The pair dated on and off for years, before calling it quits for good late last year.

Now, it's set to be the battle of the breakup albums, with reports Bieber is also back in the studio working on new material inspired by Gomez.

Background singer: The I Love You Like A Love Song crooner poured her heart out into the microphone in this behind-the-scenes video clip

Background singer: The I Love You Like A Love Song crooner poured her heart out into the microphone in this behind-the-scenes video clip

Gomez has been enjoying chart success lately, with her latest single Good For You racing to the top of the Billboard Charts.

The song, featuring A$AP Rocky, shows the former child star exploring a more adult, raunchy sound.

The singer's new album is said to showcase a more grown-up, contemporary vibe, with Gomez promising fans more honesty in her lyrics and music.

Behind you! Selena posted this silly pic to Instagram on Thursday, writing 'How most of my shoots end #photobomb'

Behind you! Selena posted this silly pic to Instagram on Thursday, writing 'How most of my shoots end #photobomb'

The sad ex: Justin Bieber on a boat during one of his many vacations; he split from the brunette in 2014

The sad ex: Justin Bieber on a boat during one of his many vacations; he split from the brunette in 2014

 

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