AFI's Davey Havok -- Ray Rice Costume Not Clever ... But There's A Way to Save It

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Now, THIS is interesting ...

AFI singer Davey Havoc tells TMZ Sports the Ray Rice Halloween costume that went viral is neither clever nor funny ... but there IS a way to save it.

You gotta listen to Davey's idea -- it's definitely clever ... and if executed correctly, could make a very anti-domestic violence statement.

Less than a week for Halloween -- if you still need a costume, this could be the way to go.