The Funk by Hotham
Track Details
- Key: G#/Ab Major
- Camelot: 4B
- Date published: December 2025
About This Track
The Funk is an electrifying dance track that embodies the spirit of a vibrant night out. With its infectious groove and upbeat tempo, this song is designed to get you moving. The major key and bright production style give it a warm, energetic feel that's impossible to resist. As the track builds, the danceability becomes increasingly irresistible, making it perfect for capturing the essence of a lively gathering or an energetic workout
Perfect For
This track is perfect for setting the tone in a pre-game montage or as the soundtrack to a lively party scene in a film. Its moderate tempo and very bright quality also make it an excellent fit for a fun, upbeat art vlog or a high-energy gaming video
Genres
Moods
License & Usage
The Funk is available under a free royalty-free license, including monetized YouTube videos, podcasts, ads, Twitch, TikTok, and Reels. The free license requires attribution: credit "Music by Hotham via Melly Park" with a link to mellypark.com. A premium license is available to remove attribution and add Content ID coverage. See licensing details.
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See all tracks: Hotham on Melly Park
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to add to my video description?
Add this attribution line to your video, podcast, or project description: "Music: The Funk by Hotham, free download at https://mellypark.com/V4CZ7". A premium license removes the attribution requirement.
Is "The Funk" by Hotham free to use?
Yes. "The Funk" is available under a free license that covers monetized YouTube videos, podcasts, and most commercial projects. The free license requires the attribution above. A premium license removes the attribution requirement.
Can I use "The Funk" for commercial projects (ads, client work, paid videos)?
Yes. The free license covers commercial use, including paid client work, advertising, monetized YouTube videos, and paid social ads — with the required attribution. The premium license adds Content ID coverage and removes the attribution requirement for higher-budget productions.
Can I use "The Funk" on YouTube without a copyright claim?
Yes. "The Funk" works on monetized YouTube content with the free license — just include the attribution in your video description.
Can I use "The Funk" in podcasts?
Yes. Podcasts, including monetized shows with ads or sponsorships, are covered under the free license with attribution. The premium license is recommended for shows distributed by major podcast networks.
Can I edit, loop, or remix "The Funk"?
You can cut, loop, fade, or sync "The Funk" to your video, podcast, or other project. You cannot remix or sample the track, add vocals or other elements and release it as a new song, or re-distribute the audio as a standalone file. Use is for syncing to content, not creating derivative musical works.
What's the difference between the free and premium license?
The free license requires attribution and works for most YouTube, podcast, and commercial uses. The premium license removes attribution, adds Content ID coverage so your videos are never flagged, and expands rights for high-budget broadcast, app, and game use.
Does Hotham benefit when I use "The Funk"?
Yes. Hotham released "The Funk" as royalty-free music to reach new listeners. When creators use the track in YouTube videos, podcasts, or other content, the required attribution sends viewers back to their music — driving streams on YouTube and Spotify, follows, and long-term discovery. The free distribution model is a deliberate visibility strategy, and your use directly supports it.
Are there other tracks by Hotham?
Yes — browse all tracks by Hotham on Melly Park at /artists/hotham.