Doja Cat has launched a scathing online assault on Elon Musk, combining a plea for the restoration of a removed feature with a volley of insults aimed at the billionaire entrepreneur. In a series of posts on X late Wednesday night, the American rapper called for that Musk reinstate the platform’s audio post feature, which was removed the previous year, but her message was undermined by crude personal attacks. Labelling Musk a “frog build looking bitch” and a “hairless no-neck havin, chimpanzee” amongst other disparaging comments, Doja Cat’s unconventional approach is improbable to yield the intended result. This marks the most recent conflict between the musician and Musk, who acquired X, formerly Twitter, in October 2022 and has overseen major alterations to the social media site.
The Blunt Ask Masked by Derogatory Comments
In her first post on Wednesday evening, Doja Cat got straight to the point with her request: “hey elon if u see this please put the audio post feature back on here.” However, what started as a straightforward plea rapidly descended into a string of crude personal insults. She referred to Musk as a “frog build looking bitch” and a “Barrel chested ewok u look like u eat sand,” demonstrating little restraint in her choice of language. The juxtaposition of politeness and hostility created an unusual tone that weakened any sincere appeal she might have been making.
Undeterred by her first attempt, Doja Cat made a comeback a few hours later with a reply post, this time directing her words at Musk more pointedly with “@elonmuskc.” Her second wave of insults proved equally creative and biting, describing him as “hairless no-neck havin, chimpanzee” with a “Face look like it was drawn from memory.” She included a peculiar observation about his way of swimming, likening his appearance when floating to a man o’ war jellyfish. In spite of the relentless tone of her attacks, she finished with an near-apologetic caveat: “Not tryna be mean though sorry,” which only highlighted the self-contradictory character of her approach.
- X discontinued its audio post feature last year at some point.
- Users can still send audio messages via direct messaging.
- Musk acquired X during October 2022 and made major modifications.
- Audio posts previously allowed users to post voice recordings to the public.
A Pattern of High-Profile Clashes
Doja Cat’s latest outburst against Musk is nowhere near her first public disagreement with the tech entrepreneur. In 2024, she delivered a harsh rebuke when Musk shared a racist meme regarding diversity in film. Her response was typically unfiltered and direct: “SHUT THE FUCK UP SHUT UP NO ONE FUCKING CARES SHUT THE FUCK UP.” The exchange showed that Doja Cat has little patience for what she perceives as offensive or tone-deaf commentary from the tech billionaire, and she is prepared to call him out publicly despite his significant reach and platform.
This dynamic of conflict indicates a larger friction between high-profile personalities and Musk’s stewardship of X. The performer appears unwilling to participate in the kind of diplomatic discourse that might actually persuade the site’s proprietor to reconsider his actions. Instead, her approach depends on shock value and witty put-downs, a tactic that might amuse her audience but is improbable to create meaningful change. Nevertheless, her readiness to challenge Musk demonstrates a increasing view amongst some public figures who view him as worthy of examination and oversight.
Past Disputes involving Wealthy Tech Entrepreneurs
Musk has encountered similar confrontations with other notable celebrities, most notably recording artist Billie Eilish. During her remarks at the WSJ Innovator Awards, Eilish criticised billionaires for accumulating riches during a global crisis when “people require compassion and support more than, kind of, ever.” She subsequently singled out Musk on Instagram Stories, sharing infographics from the activist movement My Voice, My Choice that outlined ways he could redistribute his considerable riches. Eilish’s critique was considerably more restrained and policy-oriented than Doja Cat’s approach.
When faced with Eilish’s criticism, Musk responded dismissively on X, writing, “She’s not the sharpest tool in the shed.” The exchange highlighted his tendency to deflect substantive criticism with ad hominem remarks rather than engaging substantively with the underlying arguments. To date, Musk has remained silent on Doja Cat’s latest barrage of insults, suggesting he may be opting to disregard her rather than lend credibility to her remarks with a response.
The Audio Feature Controversy
At the heart of Doja Cat’s complaint lies a legitimate concern with X’s choice to remove its voice message posting feature, which formerly enabled users to share voice messages across their feed. The removal of this functionality represents one of several changes introduced following Elon Musk’s takeover of the platform in October 2022. Whilst users can still send voice messages via private messages, the loss of the public voice sharing capability has frustrated content creators who relied on the feature for a increasingly intimate and engaging approach to engaging with their audiences.
The timing of Doja Cat’s complaint indicates mounting frustration amongst content creators regarding X’s evolving feature set under Musk’s leadership. Rather than pursuing conventional channels to advocate for the feature’s return, the rapper opted for a strategy of public criticism, pairing her request with a barrage of creative insults. This unconventional approach reflects a broader pattern of celebrities leveraging social platforms to confront Musk directly, though such tactics rarely result in policy reversals and may actually diminish the likelihood of serious consideration.
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Audio Posts on Feed | Discontinued |
| Voice Messages via DM | Still Available |
| Text-Based Posts | Active |
- Audio feature allowed users to post voice messages straight onto their public feed
- Discontinuation occurred before Doja Cat’s June 2026 complaint on X
- Direct messaging remains the sole method to share voice content on the platform
Musk’s Track Record with Critics
Elon Musk has demonstrated a habit of involvement in public disputes with celebrities and public figures who criticise him, though his reactions are generally dismissive rather than substantive. His method generally includes derogatory statements or avoidance rather than tackling the core issues made by his critics. This aggressive posture has become defining of Musk’s digital footprint, where he frequently uses his voice to counter criticism with sarcasm and personal attacks. The billionaire’s propensity for these interactions, irrespective of the critic’s prominence, points to a notable sensitivity to public attention and an inclination to defend his reputation in an aggressive manner.
However, Musk’s silence on Doja Cat’s latest assault marks a notable departure from his usual conduct. Whether this represents a calculated choice to prevent amplifying her message or simply indifference remains unclear. His previous interactions with other prominent detractors have shown he is seldom inclined to ignore inflammatory remarks go unanswered. The lack of reply to Doja Cat’s colourful insults and feature request may suggest he considers her grievance as beneath responding to, or alternatively, that his representatives have recommended restraint in this particular instance.
Significant Public Disagreements
Perhaps the most striking recent clash involved Billie Eilish, who described Musk a “pathetic pussy bitch coward” for accumulating riches throughout a worldwide emergency. The Grammy-winning artist leveraged her acceptance speech at the WSJ Innovator Awards to challenge billionaires generally before singling out Musk specifically on Instagram. Musk’s reply was characteristically dismissive, noting that “She’s not the sharpest tool in the shed.” This exchange demonstrated his tendency to fall back on personal insults rather than addressing the core of wealth inequality arguments being made against him.