Doja Cat has launched a blistering online assault on Elon Musk, pairing a plea for the reinstatement of a discontinued feature with a barrage of insults aimed at the billionaire entrepreneur. In a series of posts on X Wednesday evening, the American rapper requested that Musk restore the platform’s audio post feature, which was discontinued last 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 unorthodox strategy is improbable to yield the desired outcome. This marks the latest clash between the musician and Musk, who purchased X, previously Twitter, in October 2022 and has overseen sweeping changes to the social media site.
The Direct Demand Concealed Within Insulting Remarks
In her opening 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 began as a straightforward plea quickly devolved 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 contrast between politeness and hostility produced an odd tone that undermined any genuine appeal she might have been making.
Undeterred by her first attempt, Doja Cat came back a few hours later with a reply post, this time directing her words at Musk more straightforwardly with “@elonmuskc.” Her second volley of insults was equally creative and cutting, characterising him as “hairless no-neck havin, chimpanzee” with a “Face look like it was drawn from memory.” She added a odd remark about his way of swimming, equating his appearance when floating to a man o’ war jellyfish. Despite the relentless nature of her attacks, she finished with an almost apologetic caveat: “Not tryna be mean though sorry,” which only underscored the contradictory nature of her approach.
- X phased out its audio post feature sometime last year.
- Users can still send voice messages via direct messaging.
- Musk took over X during October 2022 and introduced significant changes.
- Audio posts formerly enabled users to share voice content to the public.
A Track Record of High-Profile Clashes
Doja Cat’s recent tirade against Musk is nowhere near her first open clash with the tech entrepreneur. In 2024, she launched a scathing rebuke when Musk posted an offensive meme concerning diversity in film. Her response was characteristically blunt and unfiltered: “SHUT THE FUCK UP SHUT UP NO ONE FUCKING CARES SHUT THE FUCK UP.” The exchange demonstrated that Doja Cat has little patience for what she views as insensitive or dismissive commentary from the billionaire, and she is willing to challenge him publicly despite his considerable influence and platform.
This pattern of confrontation points to a larger friction between public figures and Musk’s oversight of X. The performer seems reluctant to engage in the type of constructive dialogue that may well persuade the social network’s chief to reconsider his actions. Instead, her approach relies on sensational tactics and witty put-downs, a tactic that could engage her fanbase but is unlikely to effect substantive reform. Nevertheless, her determination to challenge Musk reflects a increasing view amongst particular personalities who view him as worthy of examination and oversight.
Previous Conflicts with Tech Billionaires
Musk has faced similar clashes with other prominent celebrities, most notably recording artist Billie Eilish. During her remarks at the WSJ Innovator Awards, Eilish challenged billionaires for accumulating riches during a global crisis when “people deserve understanding and assistance more than, kind of, ever.” She subsequently identified Musk on Instagram Stories, sharing infographics from the campaign organisation My Voice, My Choice that outlined ways he could reallocate his substantial fortune. Eilish’s critique was notably more balanced and policy-oriented than Doja Cat’s method.
When faced with Eilish’s criticism, Musk responded dismissively on X, writing, “She’s not the sharpest tool in the shed.” The interaction highlighted his inclination to sidestep substantive criticism with personal attacks rather than engaging substantively with the core issues. To date, Musk has remained silent on Doja Cat’s recent string of attacks, suggesting he may be choosing to ignore her rather than lend credibility to her remarks with a response.
The Sound Function Controversy
At the core of Doja Cat’s complaint lies a legitimate concern with X’s decision to discontinue its voice message posting feature, which formerly enabled users to share voice messages directly on their feed. The elimination of this capability represents among multiple changes implemented since Elon Musk’s takeover of the platform in October 2022. Whilst users can still send voice messages through direct messaging, the loss of the public audio posting capability has disappointed creators who depended 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 champion the feature’s return, the rapper opted for a public shaming strategy, combining her request with a flood of creative insults. This unconventional approach reflects a broader pattern of celebrities using social media to confront Musk directly, though such tactics rarely result in policy reversals and may actually diminish the likelihood of genuine attention.
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Audio Posts on Feed | Discontinued |
| Voice Messages via DM | Still Available |
| Text-Based Posts | Active |
- Audio feature enabled users to share voice messages directly to their public feed
- Discontinuation took place before Doja Cat’s June 2026 complaint on X
- Direct messaging remains the sole method to share voice content on the platform
Elon Musk’s History with Critics
Elon Musk has shown a tendency to participate in public disputes with high-profile individuals who challenge him, though his reactions are generally dismissive instead of substantive. His strategy usually consists of belittling remarks or sidestepping rather than addressing the underlying concerns raised by his detractors. This aggressive posture has become characteristic of Musk’s digital footprint, where he consistently leverages his platform to respond to criticism with sarcasm and personal attacks. The billionaire’s propensity for these engagements, independent of the status of the critic, suggests a notable sensitivity to public examination and an inclination to defend his standing with vigour.
However, Musk’s lack of comment regarding Doja Cat’s recent attack represents a significant shift from his usual conduct. This could reflect a calculated choice to prevent amplifying her message or simply indifference is uncertain. His previous interactions with other high-profile critics 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 indicate that he considers her grievance as beneath responding to, or alternatively, that his representatives have recommended restraint in this particular instance.
Notable Public Disagreements
Perhaps the most striking recent clash centred on Billie Eilish, who called Musk a “pathetic pussy bitch coward” for accumulating riches throughout a global crisis. The Grammy-winning artist leveraged her acceptance speech at the WSJ Innovator Awards to criticise billionaires broadly before targeting Musk directly on Instagram. Musk’s reply was typically dismissive, noting that “She’s not the sharpest tool in the shed.” This exchange demonstrated his tendency to fall back on ad hominem attacks rather than engaging with the core of wealth inequality arguments being made against him.