Elon Musk’s mother: ‘It’s not fair to call him just rich; he’s the world’s genius!’
In a world where Elon Musk is constantly making headlines for his technological advancements, space innovations and business controversies, his mother, Maye Musk, has stepped in to defend his legacy in a forceful way. In a recent interview, Maye called it an “intellectual recession” to reduce her son’s achievements to his financial status.
An argument for genius
Maye Musk, a well-known model and nutritionist, is no stranger to the spotlight. However, this time, she used her platform to highlight what she believes is an unfair perception of Elon. “When people refer to him as just a rich guy, I find that disrespectful,” she said. “He doesn’t just have money; he has transformed the way we live and see the future. He is the genius of the world.”
These words come amid a context where Elon Musk’s fortune, estimated in the hundreds of billions of dollars, frequently dominates the public narrative about him. From his leadership of Tesla to his roles at SpaceX and Twitter (now X), Musk has been both praised and criticized for his unconventional business style and penchant for challenging established norms.
A man of science or a simple tycoon?
Maye’s criticism touches a raw nerve in modern society: the tendency to measure success in purely financial terms. But in Musk’s case, his mother argues that his real impact lies in his vision and execution of ideas that have redefined entire industries.
“We are talking about a man who wants to colonize Mars to ensure the survival of humanity. That is not something that money alone can buy. It requires a level of intelligence and courage that few possess,” he added.
According to Maye, Elon’s success is not only a result of his genius, but also of a tireless work ethic. From his childhood in South Africa, Elon showed an exceptional talent for problem solving and an insatiable curiosity to understand the world around him. “Since I was a kid, I was always thinking of solutions to problems that others hadn’t even considered,” he said.
The cost of success
The journey has not been without its difficulties, however. Over the years, Musk has faced his fair share of criticism, lawsuits and controversy. His leadership style, described by some as abrasive, and his often impulsive tweets have created tensions both inside and outside his companies.
“The price of being a visionary is that you will always be in the eye of the storm,” Maye said. But he also stressed that the criticism does not belie the magnitude of his contributions. “Great leaders always face resistance. The important thing is that their achievements speak for themselves.”
A legacy that transcends
Maye Musk also reflected on Elon’s impact on the next generation. “He has inspired millions of people to think big and not be afraid to fail,” she said. From the electric vehicles that now dominate the roads to the Starlink satellites that bring internet to remote corners of the world, the reach of his influence is undeniable.
Musk’s mother also stressed that behind the tycoon and the genius, there is also a human being. “Elon is a man who works longer hours than most could endure, all with the goal of making the world a better place. That deserves recognition.”
The debate continues
While Maye Musk’s words spark debate, they also raise broader questions about how we define success and greatness in the modern era. Is it fair to reduce figures like Elon Musk to their wealth, or should we focus more on their contributions to the advancement of humanity?
For now, what is clear is that Elon Musk’s vision, backed by a mother who considers him a “genius of the world,” will continue to drive both innovation and debate for years to come.
