Lizzo is denying allegations made in a lawsuit that says she allegedly pressured and weight shaming her former dancers, calling the accusations "sensationalized stories."

"These last few days have been gut wrenchingly difficult and overwhelmingly disappointing," Lizzo said in an Instagram post Thursday. "My work ethic, morals and respectfulness have been questioned. My character has been criticized."

The singer said she typically doesn't address "false allegations," but said "these are as unbelievable as they sound and too outrageous not to be addressed."

In the suit, obtained by USA TODAY after it was filed in Los Angeles Superior Court on Tuesday, plaintiffs Crystal Williams, Arianna Davis and Noelle Rodriguez claim they were victims of sexual, racial and religious harassment, assault, false imprisonment and disability discrimination, in addition to other allegations.

Lizzo lawsuit:Singer sued by dancers for 'demoralizing' weight shaming, sexual harassment

Lizzo's response to lawsuit allegations: 'I am not the villain'

In her post, a carousel of text-only screenshots, Lizzo said the allegations "are coming from former employees who have already publicly admitted that they were told their behavior on tour was inappropriate and unprofessional."

She added: "As an artist I have always been very passionate about what I do. I take my music and performances seriously because at the end of the day I only want to put out the best art that represents me and my fans. With passion...

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