In the Glee 'Funk' episode, it was revealed that Sue Sylvester let Vocal Adrenaline into the McKley auditorium. She did this in an attempt to help her team win the upcoming Nationals competition, as she believed the sight of their main rivals would intimidate the glee club members. However, Sue's plan backfired when the McKinley students used the encounter to fuel their anger and passion, leading them to perform an unforgettable rendition of "Give Up the Funk" by Parliament.