Roger Daltry is on the right track; if all the oil is burnt, then the economy of the elite will be in shambles--it's all about class. At least that's what I think he's getting at having listened and wacthed The Who closely over their career

"I don't care about pollution
I'm an air-conditioned gypsy
that's my solution
watch the police and the tax man miss me"

"I don't wanna cause no fuss
but can I buy your magic bus?

I want it
I want it
I want it
I want it
... you CAN'T have it!"