Oh, I guess some
Thousand years ago,
I was just a simple hat
What would you know?
I belonged to Godric
And though roughly sewn,
They chose me
Let it be known!
To sort their dear students
Into the four houses
And to see what inside
Each of them arouses.
For Gryffindors:
A heroic, valiant heart.
Their spirited courage is
Undaunted from the start.
Sly Slytherins
Are guileful and slick.
Their knavish minds
Show every single trick.
Bright Ravenclaws
Are brainy through and through.
The intelligence they portray
Is shared by very few.
Honest Hufflepuffs
Are loyal to the end.
Of justice and fairness,
They'll be your sure friend.
So, what are you waiting for?
I'm sure I won't be wrong.
So try me on
And I will tell you just where you belong.