Tesla and SpaceX CEO, Elon Musk, has sparked a fresh online debate after commenting that money alone does not guarantee happiness. In a brief post on Wednesday, Musk wrote, “Whoever said ‘money can’t buy happiness’ really knew what they were talking about.” The statement quickly went viral, drawing millions of views and reactions from social media users worldwide.

Within hours, Musk’s post had over 33 million views and 245,000 likes, prompting discussions about whether financial success truly leads to personal well-being. Many users interpreted the comment as a rare reflection on the emotional limits of immense wealth, while others questioned the perspective, given Musk’s extraordinary fortune.

In Nigeria, Musk’s statement drew cultural parallels to Adekunle Gold’s 2021 song It Is What It Is, which explores the idea that wealth does not automatically bring fulfillment. Commenters debated online, with some agreeing that money can ease hardship but cannot eliminate emotional struggles, while others argued that financial insecurity makes happiness nearly impossible.

Faith-based opinions also surfaced, emphasizing that true happiness comes from spiritual values rather than material possessions. Overall, Musk’s remark reignited the long-standing debate on the relationship between money and emotional well-being, highlighting differing views across social, cultural, and personal perspectives.