Journey guitarist Neal Schon not too long ago responded to a publish from a parody account of Elon Musk on X. The account claimed it had discovered billions of {dollars} in authorities waste and requested followers if each American ought to get a $5,000 refund.
“Show it,” Schon replied within the feedback.
The parody account later posted, “I really like Japan! Ought to I study Japanese?” to which Schon jokingly responded, “Simply get a pc chip.”
This isn’t the primary time Schon has engaged with Musk or discussions surrounding him. In 2022, Schon expressed frustration over modifications Musk made to Twitter. He believed the updates prevented him from sharing or re-tagging free movies.
“Everyone, please tune into my Fb or Instagram as Elon has modified some issues round right here,” Schon wrote on the time. He added, “I imagine Elon modified all Twitter settings in order that I can’t give free movies or re-tag them.”
Schon has additionally interacted with Musk on political subjects. Final 12 months, Musk posted in regards to the U.S. elections, questioning why Joe Biden had not dropped out of the race. Schon responded by mentioning Donald Trump’s stance on electrical automobiles, asking Musk, “Donald desires to veer away from electrical automobiles. What do you consider that?”
Schon’s political views have additionally led to conflicts inside his band, Journey. His lawyer as soon as despatched a letter to the band’s keyboardist, Jonathan Cain, asking him to cease performing Journey songs at occasions for Donald Trump.
Regardless of the tensions, Schon stays outspoken about politics and social points, commonly participating with main figures like Musk on X.
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