In a jaw-dropping moment live on MSNBC, Rachel Maddow broke into laughter after playing what she called a “previously unreleased, off-the-record” recording of Elon Musk—and social media is losing its mind.

The audio, allegedly leaked from a closed-door meeting with Trump administration officials, features Musk in a rambling, expletive-filled rant about government inefficiency, electric vehicle regulations, and, bizarrely, the state of modern pop music. The moment Maddow hit play, she struggled to contain herself, saying:

“I can’t believe this is real. This man runs a multi-billion-dollar company.”

The Tape That Broke the Internet

The leaked clip—just under 90 seconds—was reportedly recorded during a late-night strategy session at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), where Musk serves as a controversial adviser. In the audio, Musk can be heard mocking regulatory officials, bragging about dodging EV tax requirements, and laughing at the idea of “climate-friendly compliance.”

Maddow’s team claims the recording was verified by two independent sources before it aired.

“He sounds like a man on the edge,” Maddow added. “If this is the guy steering Tesla’s ship, someone should check if the wheel is still attached.”

Musk’s Camp Responds

Following the broadcast, Musk’s representatives released a statement calling the clip “doctored” and “taken completely out of context.” However, they did not deny Musk’s voice was in the recording.

Musk himself responded on X (formerly Twitter) with a cryptic post:

“Leaked this, huh? Enjoy the circus. 🎪 #FakeNews”

The post has already garnered millions of views and sparked a wave of memes, with hashtags like #MuskMeltdown and #ElonUnplugged trending across platforms.

Public Reaction: Shock, Laughter, Concern

While many are amused, others are worried. Critics argue that Musk’s erratic behavior—amplified by leaks like this—is damaging investor confidence and further tarnishing Tesla’s already bruised brand. As one analyst put it:

“Every time Musk speaks off-script, Tesla stock sweats.”

Meanwhile, fans of Maddow are praising her for broadcasting the leak, calling it one of her “most savage” segments yet. Some even joked that she should host Saturday Night Live next.

The Bigger Picture

This latest drama comes just days after Tesla announced a devastating 71% drop in net income and amid growing speculation about the company’s financial stability. Musk’s public and private personas seem to be blurring—and investors are watching closely.

Whether the recording has lasting consequences or is just another Musk moment in a long line of controversies remains to be seen. But one thing is clear: the drama isn’t dying down anytime soon.