In the
mythology of
Parliament, the Bop Gun was a
weapon of sorts employed by
Dr. Funkenstein.
Sir Nose, who was "devoid of funk" could not dance until he was blasted by the Bop Gun, courtesy of
Dr. Funkenstein and the
Star Child. It was when he was hit by the
Flashlight, the ammunition of the Bop Gun, that he was able to dance to the
Aqua Boogie.
And yes, all of this was documented by Parliament songs.