The world’s richest man, Elon Musk, has reignited online debate after sharing his thoughts on the age-old saying that money doesn’t guarantee happiness.
In a brief post on Wednesday, the Tesla and SpaceX CEO wrote: “Whoever said ‘money can’t buy happiness’ really knew what they were talking about.”
The comment quickly went viral, with many interpreting it as a rare reflection on the emotional limits of extreme wealth.
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Within hours, the post racked up over 54 million views and 245,000 likes, sparking widespread debate over whether financial success automatically translates into personal well-being.
In Nigeria, some users drew cultural parallels with Adekunle Gold’s 2021 song, It Is What It Is, in which the singer reflects on discovering that wealth doesn’t always bring fulfilment, a sentiment that echoes Musk’s about the gap between money and emotional satisfaction.
Reactions online were sharply divided.
- Some agreed with Musk, arguing that while money can ease hardship, it doesn’t erase emotional struggles.
- Others pushed back, noting that poverty and financial insecurity cause real psychological stress and that money can absolutely improve quality of life.
- Several commenters questioned Musk’s perspective, saying even a fraction of his wealth would drastically change their happiness.
- Faith-based voices added that true fulfilment comes from spiritual values, not material possessions.
Bottom line? The internet remains split: money may solve many problems, but whether it buys happiness is still very much up for debate.
