Intimate is Smokey Robinson's twenty-second studio album, released in 1999 under Motown Records. The album marks a return to the romantic ballads and classic soul that characterized his solo career.
The album was entirely produced by Smokey Robinson himself, who also wrote most of the songs. It includes collaborations with renowned session musicians, although specific details about the recording sessions have not been documented.
Despite not generating major commercial hits, Intimate was well received by critics, who highlighted Robinson's vocal maturity and lyrical sensitivity. The album reflects his intimate and personal style, away from the pop trends of the time.