Along the Way Lyrics

Lyric discussion by maxben 

Cover art for Along the Way lyrics by Bad Religion

I find this to be the most powerful song I have ever heard by BR. Not because of the music, it is kind of mellow, not because of large words, Positive Aspect of Negative Thinking has more, but because, as someone said earlier, it is all encompassing. No matter who you are or what situation you may be in, this song rings true.

Can you explain the The Who reference because I don't know much about The Who and it appears to be important to the song?