Elon Musk gets roasted in a hilarious rap by Jimmy Fallon amid federal email chaos: "What did you do last week?"

Late-night television host Jimmy Fallon has taken aim at Elon Musk in a rap roast that has quickly gone viral. The segment, aired on The Tonight Show, humorously dissected Musk’s recent controversies, business moves, and personal life in a lyrical takedown that sparked widespread reactions on social media. From his high-profile political affiliations to his business missteps and alleged personal scandals, Fallon’s rap left no stone unturned.
Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur behind Tesla, SpaceX, and X (formerly Twitter), has been at the center of public discourse following his aggressive cost-cutting measures, his growing ties with former U.S. President Donald Trump, and a demand that federal employees submit weekly work reports. These incidents, combined with rumors of Musk fathering his 13th child, provided ample material for Fallon’s comedic takedown. The rap, which was both entertaining and sharply critical, turned Musk’s recent decisions into a national punchline.

One of the standout moments in Fallon’s rap focused on Musk’s controversial directive requiring federal employees to submit a weekly summary of their work. The policy, which was met with widespread backlash, was ridiculed as an overreach of Musk’s influence within the U.S. government.

Fallon wasted no time incorporating this into his performance, delivering a sharp lyrical breakdown of Musk’s week:
Sunday, layoffs. Monday, speech.
Tuesday, layoffs. Wednesday, post some memes.
Thursday, fire FDA,
get bird flu from RFK.
Friday, get some brunch with Ye,
he’s now in charge of the CIA.
Run the country just like Twitter,
make Trump my son’s babysitter.
Hang with Miller, brawl with [Steve] Bannon,
have more children than Nick Cannon.
Bring a chainsaw to CPAC,
give Trump haircut, ‘Get the back.’
Launch a rocket, build a car;
both exploded, don’t go far.
Firing, firing, feeling glee,
Trump just said, ‘You complete me.’
Firing, healing, feeling glad,
‘Like the son I’ve never had.’
Cut, meme, layoff, money spent,
DOGE, cut, layoff, weird accent.
Cut, meme, fake news, time to sleep,
here’s hoping I don’t fire me."
This portion of the rap satirized Musk’s unpredictable behavior and controversial decisions, including his association with high-profile political figures. The reference to rapper-turned-politician Kanye West (Ye) was a jab at Musk’s willingness to align himself with figures from different political spheres.
The demand for weekly work reports from government employees had already drawn criticism, with experts questioning whether Musk had any authority over federal personnel. The Office of Personnel Management later clarified that Musk’s directive held no real consequences unless agency leadership chose to enforce it. Fallon seized on the absurdity of the situation, portraying Musk as micromanaging the government just as he does his private companies.

Fallon’s rap also poked fun at Musk’s increasing political engagement, particularly his close ties with Donald Trump. One of the most talked-about lines from the rap was:
“Run the country just like Twitter, make Trump my son’s babysitter.”
This referenced Musk’s visit to the Oval Office, where he met with Trump alongside his son, X Æ A-12. The line suggested that Musk’s influence in government was beginning to resemble his leadership at X, known for erratic decision-making and sudden policy changes.
Another memorable moment came when Fallon referenced Musk’s rumored appearance at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) wielding a chainsaw. The rap exaggerated Musk’s unpredictability, portraying him as making grandiose and theatrical gestures. While Musk has yet to comment on the rap, his history of responding to public criticism suggests he may not let this one slide.


Adding another layer of controversy, Fallon’s rap addressed rumors that Musk had fathered his 13th child with conservative influencer Ashley St. Clair. While Musk has not confirmed or denied the allegations, Fallon took full advantage of the speculation, rapping:
“Hang with Miller, brawl with [Steve] Bannon, have more children than Nick Cannon.”
This line compared Musk’s growing number of children to comedian Nick Cannon, who is widely known for having multiple children with different partners. The jab at Musk’s personal life was one of the boldest moments in the roast, highlighting how his private affairs frequently become public entertainment.

The rap quickly gained traction online, with many viewers praising Fallon’s sharp comedic timing. Clips of the performance spread across social media platforms, with users debating whether Musk would respond. Known for his active presence on X and frequent public feuds, Musk has historically fired back at critics, including journalists and celebrities.
As the rap continued to trend, reactions poured in from both Musk’s supporters and detractors. Some found the segment hilarious, while others criticized it as an unfair attack on the billionaire. Despite the mixed reactions, Fallon’s rap succeeded in turning Musk’s eventful week into late-night television gold.