Indeed. The same lick played in two different contexts can sound like two completely different licks. I've noticed something similar at a Clinic held by Ron 'Bumblefoot' Thal at Copenhagen Guitar Show 2013, actually. At one point he played his cover of the famous "Pink Panther Theme", and about halfway through the shred-solo part, he played something that sounded strangely familiar, but I couldn't place it at the time. Later I realized that the familiar part was... The main "motif" from GNR's "Estranged"! I'm not sure if the part exists in the original "Pink Panther Theme", though. Basically the same melody played in two different contexts. Just like some of your licks are :) They work well for Blues, but certainly sound great for Funk as well!

I agree with you on the Wah. It's a pretty fun toy, and it can sound great when used properly :)