Cátedra literally translates to "professorship" or "lecture." It's a formal and academic word that stands out in a rap song, making it quite unique and memorable.
In this context, Nicki Nicole uses it to assert her authority and expertise in the rap game. When she says "Cátedra, no soy creyente, mami," she's essentially declaring that she's giving a masterclass or a lesson in rap, implying that she's so good she doesn't need to believe in anything else but her own skill. It's a powerful flex that highlights her confidence and dominance.
Get ready to feel the power with Nicki Nicole's "FORTY"! This track is a bold statement from the Argentine artist, showing everyone she's at the top of her game. She's not here for fakes or people who just talk big, warning, "Los que más hablan después no hacen nada / De frente olvidan como Dory" [Those who talk the most do nothing later / To their face they forget like Dory].
Nicki makes it clear she's an original, saying, "Original, no copia, el flow no se presta" [Original, not a copy, the flow isn't borrowed]. She's confident in her success, with "Rolex contándome el tiempo, slow" [Rolex counting my time, slow] and her crew, her "gang," by her side. She even jokes about being so good the CIA is looking for her, while she's just focused on making money and increasing her royalties. It's a fun, fierce anthem about owning your success and shutting down the haters.