Funk means local jazz; Funk music (composed by American black musicians in the 1960s, with strong sense of rhythm).

Example:

Have you ever heard of Love Actually? You must get out of your depression first and try to see her again.

Have you ever heard the saying that the road to true love is not smooth? You must cheer up first, and then try to see her.

Worryingly, politicians are already a little scared.

Worryingly, politicians are a little timid now.