Why is the Bananenbar in Amsterdam famous? Lizzo wanted to see banana sex show years before being sued over it
AMSTERDAM, NEHERLANDS: The recent lawsuit against Lizzo over an alleged incident involving a live sex show in Amsterdam revealed a connection that predated the legal controversy. Long before the lawsuit emerged, Lizzo openly expressed her fascination with the famed banana sex show located in the city's notorious red light district and shared her desire to experience the show firsthand.
During a 2019 interview with 3FM DJ Frank van der Lende, Lizzo openly shared her fascination and love for live sex shows in Amsterdam, per TMZ. In an intriguing moment, she even inquired about the famous banana sex show, where patrons reportedly eat bananas from the performers' vaginas. She expressed her desire to find out where the show takes place, playfully stating, "That's what I want to do, I need my potassium if you know what I'm saying. My puss-tassium."
'Lizzo began inviting cast members to take turns touching the nude performers'
Three of Lizzo's former backup dancers reportedly came forward to accuse the singer of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment through sexual and racial harassment. The allegations, detailed in a lawsuit filed on July 1, covered incidents that reportedly occurred between 2021 and 2023. The plaintiffs, identified as Arianna Davis, Crystal Williams and Noelle Rodriguez, have named Lizzo, Big Grrrl Big Touring, Inc, and Lizzo's dance captain, Shirlene Quigley, as the defendants. In a bombshell claim within the lawsuit, it was revealed that Lizzo allegedly made the dancers eat bananas from the performers' vaginas during a night out in Amsterdam's red light district. The area is known for its sex theatres, sex shops, and establishments with public displays of nudity.
The lawsuit against Lizzo alleged that "things quickly got out of hand. Lizzo began inviting cast members to take turns touching the nude performers, catching dildos launched from the performers’ vaginas, and eating bananas protruding from the performers’ vaginas." The lawsuit against Lizzo included further allegations, with Davis being accused of being pressured to touch a nude performer's breasts and accused Lizzo of deceiving them into attending a nude show again a month later, "robbing them of the choice not to participate," according to Page Six.
Why is the Bananenbar in Amsterdam famous?
The Bananenbar in Amsterdam is famous for its unique adult entertainment offerings. Downstairs, patrons can pay €50 ($54 USD) to have an hour of all-you-can-drink access at the lounge bar while being entertained by talented women who showcase various interesting tricks involving ping pong balls, markers and bananas. The atmosphere is described as lively and vibrant, with some guests indulging in playful interactions, like one lucky individual getting playfully whipped by a woman in a corset with his own belt.
Upstairs, the club offers a more upscale and sophisticated ambiance. Guests pay €10 ($10 USD) admission to sit by the pole and enjoy performances by beautiful women in various states of undress. Ordering drinks is mandatory, and those who purchase a bottle of champagne can experience a private party with one of the girls behind a curtain. Additionally, patrons have the option to pay for individual lap dances, which are described as more intimate and sensual compared to traditional club experiences. The Bananenbar's unique offerings have garnered attention and attracted visitors from various places, adding to Amsterdam's reputation as a city known for its diverse and open-minded entertainment scene.